[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PWzUumHhcGg] (The NYC Fireworks Display of 2007…in better times) July 4th has always been and will always be my favorite holiday.  It combines my favorite things in the world:  American pride, BBQ, warm and sunny weather, a day off from work and loud noises/ flashing lights. Unfortunately, this year there will be considerably less oohing…