things i learned this 4th of july...

1. roman candles are not considered to be a form of fun or entertainment if you are under the age of 4

2. sparklers, on the other hand, are quite fun and a bit mesmerizing (even if you're still pretty freaked out over the whole roman candle thing, and just want to hold the box of sparklers)

3. it's tricky holding a sparkler in one hand, and trying to focus your camera with the other

4. the age at which a little brother doesn't want his big sister to kiss him: 2

and finally,

5. always keep the camera on "continuous shooting" mode