For many of us, this is the first Independence Day celebration without our beloved family with us, so naturally we're sad and thinking about how we would be spending our time together today if things had been different. It can be bitter-sweet remembering if they were scared of fireworks or not, how they reacted, and how we brought them comfort.

Those reminders can be painful, especially now. Join us today if you'd like to share your story and be around others.

If you can't, share a memory of them with someone you love.