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[InfiniteCombo]

To all my fellow Americans, whether in the US or abroad, I wish you all a...

Today is the celebration of a great country. Flawed? Absolutely. Still one of the greatest countries in the history of civilization.

May you eat, drink, and be merry with family and friends, and remember the awesomeness of these great United States. I'm sure as hell proud to be American!

Asking politely to the usual America-hating suspects: This is a celebration thread, so please keep your hate at the door. You can hate on the US the other 364 days of the year if you, for some twisted reason, can't resist



Here are two of the best renditions of our awesome National Anthem, the Star Spangled Banner --

Whitney Houston, 1991 Super Bowl:



Jimi Hendrix, Woodstock 1969:







Happy birthday, United States! Here's to many more years of prosperity...

 

[dr_octagon]

 

[poppabk]

Says not to hate on the US. Posts Jimi Hendrix 'Star Spangled Banner'.

 

[Jennings]

Edit: This is why we can't have nice things.

 

[InfiniteCombo]

Says not to hate on the US. Posts Jimi Hendrix 'Star Spangled Banner'.

Yes. Those are two unrelated things that happened.

For me the Hendrix version is tied as the best version with Whitney Houston's. They're both awesome in their own way.

 

[MidGenRefresh]

 

[CrankyJay™]

Got a brisket resting in a cooler out in the sun. Hoping the temp holds until guests arrive in a few hours. Also praying I didn’t fuck it up. Tempted to go buy some insurance burger meat.

 

[VN1X]

Roll tide!

 

[Rentahamster]

Have fun and be safe everyone.

Imma eat a brisket.

 

[winjer]

Happy treason day.

 

[Robot Carnival]

I have work today so no fancy BBQ for me. but I had already cooked up some steak yesterday for dinner with my dad, so that'll have to do.

despite all the issues we're having, I still love this country and the idea it was found on. I only wish that we would have less stupid and crazy people on both sides.

 

[DragoonKain]

On my street every year on the 4th there are 3 houses that deck their entire property out with American flags all over the place. All 3 happen to be immigrant families.

One thing I’ve come to learn, at least in my experience is immigrants love America more than anyone.

Happy 4th!

 

[InfiniteCombo]

On my street every year on the 4th there are 3 houses that deck their entire property out with American flags all over the place. All 3 happen to be immigrant families.

One thing I’ve come to learn, at least in my experience is immigrants love America more than anyone.

Happy 4th!

As an immigrant myself who's extremely proud of being American... I can confirm. This country has been very good to me and my loved ones. All it takes is being a hard-working, law-abiding citizen and this country showers you with prosperity.

Happy 4th, brother!

 

[MaestroMike]

Happy Independence Day !

 

[BadBurger]

Happy 4th all. Today we celebrate our independence day!

Also this appears to be the USA emoji lol:

I know I'll be having at least one today.

 

[DragoonKain]

As an immigrant myself who's extremely proud of being American... I can confirm. This country has been very good to me and my loved ones. All it takes is being a hard-working, law-abiding citizen and this country showers you with prosperity.

Happy 4th, brother!

The most patriotic person I know is my one friend who’s Cuban American. And one of my neighbors who is very patriotic is also Cuban. I asked my friend about it and he tells me Cuban Americans are some of the most patriotic people in the country. And it’s no surprise as to why considering where they came from that they might really appreciate America.

 

[InfiniteCombo]

Happy 4th all. Today we celebrate our independence day!

Also this appears to be the USA emoji lol:

I know I'll be having at least one today.

I'm gonna ask you what condiments you put on your hot dog, and totally judge you based on your answer

Kidding... Happy 4th, man!

 

[AJUMP23]

Got a brisket resting in a cooler out in the sun. Hoping the temp holds until guests arrive in a few hours. Also praying I didn’t fuck it up. Tempted to go buy some insurance burger meat.

Bring the cooler inside. Wrap the brisket in a towel and set it back in the cooler. It will stay warm for 6 to 8 hours.

also suck it England enjoy working today for your German queen.

 

[ManaByte]

 

[Adam_802]

Well at least it's not a flag-burning thread like on REEEEE lol

 

[AJUMP23]

 

[wvnative]

Well at least it's not a flag-burning thread like on REEEEE lol

I saw that and it fucking disgusted me.

But best not to focus on what is a loud, yet tiny insignificant group, and focus on the good. GETTING LIT AND LIT ON FIRE WOOOOOOOOOO

 

[InfiniteCombo]

How have I never heard this song before.

It's fantastic! If you're ok with it I'll add it to the OP later.

 

[StreetsofBeige]

Happy holidays Yanks!

And for the handful of my American coworkers off today, enjoy the emails I sent you this morning! Get on it tomorrow asap!

 

[InfiniteCombo]

Well at least it's not a flag-burning thread like on REEEEE lol

Because GAF's attitude towards self-hatred and misery is:

So let them cook in their own rage and misery.

This here is a party thread though. On a happy, party forum.

 

[Schattenjäger]

I saw that and it fucking disgusted me.

But best not to focus on what is a loud, yet tiny insignificant group, and focus on the good. GETTING LIT AND LIT ON FIRE WOOOOOOOOOO

Tiny and insignificant … truer words could not have been said

Happy 4th all!
We’re not perfect but we’re still great!

 

[Ownage]

After living abroad in several countries for over a decade, coming home to the US feels good. We really do have it good here. After visiting or living in over 60 countries, I have little interest in global travel anymore.

 

[InfiniteCombo]

Happy holidays Yanks!

And for the handful of my American coworkers off today, enjoy the emails I sent you this morning! Get on it tomorrow asap!

Thanks, Streets!

Don't worry, the emails you're sending us are you guys finally replying to all the emails we sent on Canada Day, so it all balances out

 

[BadBurger]

I'm gonna ask you what condiments you put on your hot dog, and totally judge you based on your answer

Kidding... Happy 4th, man!

I am a spicy mustard, little bit of ketchup (can't let it overpower), and chili man myself.

My neighbor lost his job during the pandemic. I helped him out by buying him a new tire when he got a flat while working odd jobs like delivering school lunches. I also bought his daughter a new backpack when some other asshole kid ripped hers open.

He's back on his feet, he and his daughter came into my backyard today as I was heating up the grill and gifted me Fire Emblem Three Houses for Switch. I told him he'd never have to pay me back, but I admit I'm smiling like an idiot as I type this. I've never played one of these. He said "Beats the hell out of a new tire, right?".

Just wanted to share a happy 4th story. Unfortunately they couldn't stick around, but I am about to grab my Switch and play some as I grill.

Edit: lots of typos - the glare on this laptop screen in the sun is something else.....

 

[MaestroMike]

men's contest about to start Joey about to take another W no ones beating him

 

[InfiniteCombo]

I am a spicy mustard, little bit of ketchup (can't let it overpower), and chili man myself.

My neighbor lost his job during the pandemic. I helped him out by buying him a new tire when he got a flat while working odd jobs like delivering food lunches. I also bought his daughter a new backpack when some other asshole kid ripped hers open.

He's back on his feet, he and his daughter came into my backyard today as I was heating up the grill and gifted me Fire Emblem Three Houses for Switch. I told he'd never have to pay me back, but I admit I'm smiling like an idiot as I type this. I've never played one of these. He said beats the hell out of a new tire, right?".

Just wanted to share a happy 4th story. Unfortunately they couldn't stick around, but I am about to grab my Switch and play some as I grill.

Amazingly wholesome and sweet story, thanks for sharing. This is the kind of story that reinforces faith in humanity

men's contest about to start Joey about to take another W no ones beating him

Dude, Joey has been unstoppable, holy shit.

 

[ManaByte]

Because GAF's attitude towards self-hatred and misery is:

So let them cook in their own rage and misery.

This here is a party thread though. On a happy, party forum.

Someone please account suicide over there with this:

 

[CrankyJay™]

Bring the cooler inside. Wrap the brisket in a towel and set it back in the cooler. It will stay warm for 6 to 8 hours.

also suck it England enjoy working today for your German queen.

Why inside versus out? It’s cooler inside so wouldn’t ambient temperature relative to the cooler make it better to have it where it’s hotter?

It’s in a cooler with towels, and I saw a video where they poured boiling water on some of the towels to add a little more heat.

Right now it’s 147 and dropping a degree about every 8-10 minutes. I have the oven on standby at 170 in case I need to hold it a little bit longer.

 

[poppabk]

Someone please account suicide over there with this:

Bring tape and boxes. I'm moving to the 56th state.

 

[FunkMiller]

Happy You Made A Terrible Decision And You’d Be Better Off With Us Still In Charge Day.

 

[AJUMP23]

Why inside versus out? It’s cooler inside so wouldn’t ambient temperature relative to the cooler make it better to have it where it’s hotter?

It’s in a cooler with towels, and I saw a video where they poured boiling water on some of the towels to add a little more heat.

Right now it’s 147 and dropping a degree about every 8-10 minutes. I have the oven on standby at 170 in case I need to hold it a little bit longer.

I just said inside because I have done it plenty of times and cooler location didn’t matter.

 

[AJUMP23]

How have I never heard this song before.

It's fantastic! If you're ok with it I'll add it to the OP later.

I don’t know how you have never heard it. It is very popular. And played all the time at political conventions.

 

[InfiniteCombo]

Happy You Made A Terrible Decision And You’d Be Better Off With Us Still In Charge Day.

King George III:

The 13 Colonies in North America:

 

[InfiniteCombo]

I don’t know how you have never heard it. It is very popular. And played all the time at political conventions.

I don't watch a lot of political conventions.

I also think this song is likely more prominent in Midwest/South than it is in northeastern cities (where I've lived all my life), so my chances to be exposed were lower I guess.

 

[nani17]

And happy birthday to me

 

[InfiniteCombo]

Someone please account suicide over there with this:

Reaction from some people there, after this is posted:

Spoiler: Chappelle episode joke

 

[OmegaSupreme]

Happy 4th y'all. Fireworks and booze and food. Hell yeah.

 

[InfiniteCombo]

Happy 4th all. Today we celebrate our independence day!

Also this appears to be the USA emoji lol:

I know I'll be having at least one today.

In our first exchange, the irony didn't escape me of you talking about hot dogs, yet your username is burger.

So, on this most sacred of American holidays, you're betraying your own username by not having a burger.

 

[Kev Kev]

 

[InfiniteCombo]

Admit it, Kev... This is you, isn't it?

 

[ManaByte]

King George III:

The 13 Colonies in North America:

 

[BadBurger]

Well at least it's not a flag-burning thread like on REEEEE lol

Are they really? What joyless people.

 

[dr_octagon]

 

[InfiniteCombo]

These guys are national heroes.

Also these guys, who managed to get a selfie with our national bird, the bald eagle:

 

[IDKFA]

also suck it England enjoy working today for your German queen.

Enjoy you're independence day. A celebration of independence that you wouldn't have achieved without a massive amount of French support

I'm joking. Really, enjoy it. At least you get to celebrate a national day. In England, our national day is hardly noticed and is a taboo subject.

Happy 4th July US GAF.