Everything's bigger in Texas, right? My pyro neighbor started really getting into the fireworks & now several of us help support his habit...

Not too shabby for a backyard shindig. In addition to the 25 minute show with accompanying mixed soundtrack - 14 racks of ribs, venison sausage, seemingly endless pizza from the outdoor oven, frozen beverage machine, etc. Oh, and we did the same show last Saturday for another neighbor's annual bash (and do something similar for New Years). Sure beats risking the roads into town for the big shows.

No need to watch the whole thing, but the beginning shows the set-up and the last few minutes are pretty cool (wait for the bangs at the end). I added the lake platforms this year (but probably won't repeat - too much of a hassle).

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OTr4...e_gdata_player