We saw fireworks last weekend at Point Lookout on Long Island. It was the first time in a long time that we've been outdoors seeing the fireworks up close and personal.

The pyrotechnics were spectacular and the experience was heightened by Ray Charles' singular rendition of "America". It gave me a chill.

Being outdoors on a perfect Summer night, watching fireworks and listening to Ray Charles being patriotic is one Great American experience.

God bless America!