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40 The Great 4th of July Fireworks' Decorations Storage Adventure Every year, our family says the same thing after the fireworks. "Next year, we'll pack everything neatly." Every year, we laugh because we know that promise lasts about five minutes. Dad carefully folded the American flag bunting. Mom wrapped the star-shaped lights. Then Grandpa held up his favorite Uncle Sam hat and said, "This belongs in a museum!" Everyone laughed because he says that every July. My little brother found one lonely red balloon hiding behind the porch chair. He saluted the balloon and thanked it for its brave service. The balloon floated away like a tiny hero heading home. Grandma picked up her handmade patriotic wreath. She smiled and said, "My mother taught me how to make wreaths like this." We all became quiet for a moment. Then she winked and said, "Now who's carrying the storage box?" The quiet disappeared. Our dog, Buddy, proudly carried a small ...