The fireworks over the wharf were only one of at least two sets. Another set was being done beyond the bay bridge, but was too far away to photograph. The show was pretty, but it was short. In the end, I had a feeling of “that was it?”.

More pictures in my San Francisco Independence Day Celebrations Flickr Set.

Celebrations were focused on the Embarcadero with live bands, food, drink, and huge crowds. We setup on the top of a parking garage across the street.

More pictures in my San Francisco – Independence Day Celebrations Flickr Set.

On the 17th, Kosovo celebrated it’s first year of independence. These are the fireworks pictures from Pristina. Weather kept me at home, but many others were out on the street in the snow and cold.

As always, more in the Kosovo 2009 Independence Day Flickr Set.

Because of my job, I’ve had a rare opportunity. I’ve been in a country when it came into existance… Kosovo declared Independence on February 17th, 2008. These are some of the highlights of the fireworks pictures I took that night. Unfortunately, I was unable to go downtown to take pictures of the people celebrating.

More Fireworks pictures in the Flickr Set.