Fireworks on Independence Day

   Consider celebrating Independence Day with no fireworks.

   The noise, bangs, and the flashes are triggering.

   Give thought to the stress of those involved in mass shootings, military veterans, and survivors of neighborhood violence. And, animals.

   What happens July 4th is difficult, however expected. When explosions are heard July 3rd, they are unexpected, and often worse.

   People with no post-traumatic-stress diagnosis may experience symptoms associated with trauma.

   I made this photograph at the Tiny Houses Village of Veterans Community Project. Military veterans there were formerly homeless, and suffer with PTSD.

   Photograph © 2019 Larry F. Levenson. 

   All rights reserved.

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