This year National Day started like every year with a big breakfast but this time we decided to have it at a friend’s house. We had a full English breakfast washed down with plenty of tinto de verano.
The tradition is for everyone to dress in red and white so we also dressed like this and I always carry a Gib flag with me so I can wave it around during the day. After breakfast we moved on to Casemates for the political rally – this year it seemed there were loads more people who had turned up to listen to what our politicians were going to say. I personally do not pay attention to what these people have to say as when it comes down to the crunch they just say anything to please the crowds.
The climax of the rally is of course the release of 30,000 helium balloons which this year had a twist as at the same time, two confetti canons covered Casemates square in a blanket of red and white, as well as fireworks broke the cheers of the people.
Afterwards we winded down a bit at a BBQ at my friends Nick’s house to pass the time and enjoy a bit of sun but the day was not over yet.
As the darkness of the night drew nearer we went back to Casemates for the annual rock concert which compared to other years had a bit of everything so there was plenty of dancing done. Just before 10p.m we left to look for a good spot up in the Upper Town to watch the fireworks in the harbour. I do not like watching them close to the shore as the crowds can sometimes be huge. We found a spot just next to Moorish Castle where we could see the display perfectly.
After the firework display it was back to Casemates to watch the remainder of the concert before ending the night after a long day of celebrations and partying.
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