Firework Displays

stevew · 06-24-2006, 08:40 PM

Where's the innovation at? Every year, same old shit. Boom, pop, wow, that's pretty. And don't forget the huge grand finale.

BrianD · 06-24-2006, 08:48 PM

In the past they've tried pop, that's pretty, wow, boom, but it didn't work out nearly so well.

Passacaglia · 06-24-2006, 09:32 PM

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Originally Posted by stevew

Where's the innovation at? Every year, same old shit. Boom, pop, wow, that's pretty. And don't forget the huge grand finale.

What do you expect? It's fireworks! That's like saying where's the innovation in football? 11 guys, four downs, 100 yards between the endzones. Why doesn't someone create a game where we can change all that stuff? Anyway, maximum football joke aside, it sounds like you're watching fireworks, and hoping to see something different from what fireworks are.

sterlingice · 06-25-2006, 09:17 PM

Someone call China and tell them that 2000 year old invention they have needs some work since they aren't as flashy to the masses as they once were

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Huckleberry · 06-25-2006, 09:45 PM

I understand where he's coming from. I mean wouldn't it kick ass to see the grand finale end in a firework that upon explosion spells out "Happy Independence Day Everyone - Drive Home Safely and Courteously - Don't Drink and Drive"?

stevew · 06-25-2006, 09:51 PM

No, everyone's all like "you gotta see the fireworks" don't miss them, etc etc. Get there early to get a good parking spot and a great view. You get that vibe from people that they are going to be new and exciting or something, maybe they will play some Foreigner in the background for some extra special display. But you still get stuck with the same old boom, pop, wow, that's pretty every year.

Pumpy Tudors · 06-25-2006, 09:56 PM

Why are people doing fireworks now? Is there something special about June 25 that I don't know?

Huckleberry · 06-25-2006, 09:59 PM

It's my brother's birthday.

Raiders Army · 06-25-2006, 10:09 PM

At West Point every year the band plays music to the fireworks and concludes with the 1812 Overture complete with cannons. It's pretty cool.

stevew · 06-25-2006, 10:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Pumpy Tudors

Why are people doing fireworks now? Is there something special about June 25 that I don't know?

Early celebration in the Village I guess.

sterlingice · 06-25-2006, 10:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Pumpy Tudors

Why are people doing fireworks now? Is there something special about June 25 that I don't know?

They've uncovered pictures of a certain FOFC member which were taken this year

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Pumpy Tudors · 06-25-2006, 10:42 PM

oh snap

cthomer5000 · 06-25-2006, 10:42 PM

fireworks and parades are things that i dont have time for.

cuervo72 · 06-25-2006, 11:03 PM

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Originally Posted by cthomer5000

fireworks and parades are things that i dont have time for.

But damn, boss...hanging out here at midnight rocks.

(not like I'm any better, though I can appreciate the occasional fireworks display)

Lathum · 06-25-2006, 11:11 PM

fireworks are boring

ahbrady · 06-25-2006, 11:16 PM

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Originally Posted by stevew

No, everyone's all like "you gotta see the fireworks" don't miss them, etc etc. Get there early to get a good parking spot and a great view. You get that vibe from people that they are going to be new and exciting or something, maybe they will play some Foreigner in the background for some extra special display. But you still get stuck with the same old boom, pop, wow, that's pretty every year.

Maybe the problem is you're going to watch fireworks with Foreigner playing in the background, all of the great firework shows play Journey.

st.cronin · 06-25-2006, 11:19 PM

I think we may not have even fireworks here, for fear that the entire state will burst into flames.

stevew · 06-25-2006, 11:45 PM

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Originally Posted by ahbrady

Maybe the problem is you're going to watch fireworks with Foreigner playing in the background, all of the great firework shows play Journey.

I can't get it anyway I want it?

Franklinnoble · 06-25-2006, 11:48 PM

I always figured the fireworks were our nation's way to honor one of the most important dates in history.

That being my wedding anniversary, of course.

ahbrady · 06-26-2006, 09:03 AM

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Originally Posted by stevew

I can't get it anyway I want it?

You can, but if you want to be good to yourself, you'll watch the lights with Journey.

KevinNU7 · 06-26-2006, 09:07 AM

I can only see fireworks if Dreams is there

Suburban Rhythm · 06-26-2006, 09:15 AM

Don't tell the people of Pittsburgh fireworks suck! That's the only way the Pirates can fill PNC to more than 1/2 capacity--FIREWORKS NIGHT! Well, that and any bobblehead giveaway.

stevew · 06-26-2006, 09:25 AM

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Originally Posted by Suburban Rhythm

Don't tell the people of Pittsburgh fireworks suck! That's the only way the Pirates can fill PNC to more than 1/2 capacity--FIREWORKS NIGHT! Well, that and any bobblehead giveaway.

I wonder how many fireworks the pirates could get for the amount they are paying Burnitz this year. That's be a whole lot of bang pop wow.

Pumpy Tudors · 06-26-2006, 06:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Suburban Rhythm

Don't tell the people of Pittsburgh fireworks suck! That's the only way the Pirates can fill PNC to more than 1/2 capacity--FIREWORKS NIGHT! Well, that and any bobblehead giveaway.

My Perez/Gonzalez bobblehead says yes.

06-25-2006, 09:17 PM	#4
sterlingice Hall Of Famer Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Back in Houston!	Someone call China and tell them that 2000 year old invention they have needs some work since they aren't as flashy to the masses as they once were SI __________________ Houston Hippopotami, III.3: 20th Anniversary Thread - All former HT players are encouraged to check it out! Janos: "Only America could produce an imbecile of your caliber!" Freakazoid: "That's because we make lots of things better than other people!"

06-25-2006, 09:45 PM	#5
Huckleberry College Starter Join Date: Dec 2001	I understand where he's coming from. I mean wouldn't it kick ass to see the grand finale end in a firework that upon explosion spells out "Happy Independence Day Everyone - Drive Home Safely and Courteously - Don't Drink and Drive"? __________________ The one thing all your failed relationships have in common is you. The Barking Carnival (Longhorn-centered sports blog) College Football Adjusted Stats and Ratings

06-25-2006, 09:56 PM	#7
Pumpy Tudors Bounty Hunter Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Pittsburgh, PA	Why are people doing fireworks now? Is there something special about June 25 that I don't know? __________________ No, I am not Batman, and I will not repair your food processor.

06-25-2006, 09:59 PM	#8
Huckleberry College Starter Join Date: Dec 2001	It's my brother's birthday. __________________ The one thing all your failed relationships have in common is you. The Barking Carnival (Longhorn-centered sports blog) College Football Adjusted Stats and Ratings

06-25-2006, 10:42 PM	#12
Pumpy Tudors Bounty Hunter Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Pittsburgh, PA	oh snap __________________ No, I am not Batman, and I will not repair your food processor.

06-24-2006, 08:48 PM	#2
BrianD Grizzled Veteran Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Appleton, WI	In the past they've tried pop, that's pretty, wow, boom, but it didn't work out nearly so well.

06-25-2006, 09:51 PM	#6
stevew Hall Of Famer Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: the yo'	No, everyone's all like "you gotta see the fireworks" don't miss them, etc etc. Get there early to get a good parking spot and a great view. You get that vibe from people that they are going to be new and exciting or something, maybe they will play some Foreigner in the background for some extra special display. But you still get stuck with the same old boom, pop, wow, that's pretty every year.

06-25-2006, 10:09 PM	#9
Raiders Army Coordinator Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: The Black Hole	At West Point every year the band plays music to the fireworks and concludes with the 1812 Overture complete with cannons. It's pretty cool.

06-25-2006, 11:11 PM	#15
Lathum Favored Bitch #1 Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: homeless in NJ	fireworks are boring

06-25-2006, 11:19 PM	#17
st.cronin General Manager Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: New Mexico	I think we may not have even fireworks here, for fear that the entire state will burst into flames. __________________ co-commish: bb-bbcf.net knives out

06-25-2006, 11:48 PM	#19
Franklinnoble Banned Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Placerville, CA	I always figured the fireworks were our nation's way to honor one of the most important dates in history. That being my wedding anniversary, of course.

06-26-2006, 09:07 AM	#21
KevinNU7 College Starter Join Date: May 2003 Location: Beantown	I can only see fireworks if Dreams is there __________________ Boston Bashers - III.14 - (8347)

06-26-2006, 09:15 AM	#22
Suburban Rhythm Pro Starter Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Pittsburgh	Don't tell the people of Pittsburgh fireworks suck! That's the only way the Pirates can fill PNC to more than 1/2 capacity--FIREWORKS NIGHT! Well, that and any bobblehead giveaway.

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