July 4th in Boston -- Jason Gallicchio

4th of July in Boston

I woke up early to hear the Declaration of Independence read at historic Fenual Hall with English Sarah Mortimer whose head stole the focus of this picture.

 

I was going to stand up and shout, "She's British!  Burn her!"  But the post 9-11 crowd control was in effect.

 

These poor people had to play in those ridiculous uniforms in 100 degree heat.

 

Later, I met up with a bunch of dorm friends on the esplanade in front of the Hatch Shell to stake out a space for the upcoming Boston Pops concert.

 

We got lunch first.

 

Emily's friend, Emily, and Kevin.

 

Us waiting in the shade near the porta-potties.

 

This is Tom, who I later saw a lot while juggling with Kathy.

 

Barry Manilow sang, and we joined him.

 

After the Pops and the fireworks, we went to Antonio's Latin celebration of American independence.  Here Kristin and I show them what America's all about.