A hilarious monologue on the frustration of taking kids to the parade, why you’d still want to, and tips on how to manage it successfully.

Ah, the sweet call of summer. The air heavy with the scent of sunscreen, a symphony of ice cream trucks, and the impending threat of taking your children to see the fireworks. Oh yes, the annual test of parental sanity is upon us, ladies and gentlemen. We’re talking about the magical minefield of sugar rushes, sleep deprivation, and traffic that makes a sloth look like Usain Bolt. Welcome to the Fourth of July, folks!  Now, every parent knows that fireworks are the ‘bad boy’ of children’s entertainment. They’re loud, flashy, and keep ridiculous hours. But like any bad boy worth