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Happy Fourth of July! (Stay Safe!)

Your annual reminder that fireworks are explosives, actually, plus gratitude and hot dog opinions

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Parker Molloy
Jul 04, 2025
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Hey everyone,

If you're reading this on the Fourth, congratulations on finding a few minutes of peace amid what I imagine is either a) the chaos of family barbecues, b) the existential dread of small talk with your neighbor Brad, or c) hiding in the bathroom scrolling your phone to avoid both. I see you, and I support your choices.

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