The wait is over!

Here’s the video from our Fourth of July fireworks show.

Full video Watch here:

https://youtu.be/shJCh1to8B4?is=YquG7JwNw4R2Wjbh

I hope you enjoy watching it as much as we enjoyed creating it.

I want to start off by saying I’m so sorry for oversharing but I’m sharing this because I’m hoping to find other moms who have been through hard things and are looking for genuine connection.
I’ve spent a lot of my life feeling like I had to carry everything alone. Growing up, I didn’t feel protected or supported in the ways I needed. I was exposed to things no child should have to experience, including being around drugs being made and sold from a young age and experiencing abuse that deeply affected me. I grew up learning how to survive instead of feeling safe.
As I got older, I struggled with addiction. Looking back, I understand that addiction was connected to a lot of pain and trauma I had never healed from. When my family found out, I felt shame and judgment more than support. I was seen as a bad person instead of someone who was hurting and needed help. Recovery was something I had to fight for while feeling and being very alone.
After becoming a mom, I hoped things would be different. I dreamed of my children having the kind of relationship with my mom that I had with my grandma—a safe, loving grandmother who was a huge part of my childhood. Instead, during one of the hardest times of my life, including struggling postpartum, I felt unsupported and my personal struggles were shared with others, which caused a lot of hurt and damaged relationships.
I’m also experiencing losing closeness with siblings and feeling like people talked about me instead of reaching out to understand me. For a long time, I was drowning while everyone else was moving on with their lives.

Today, I’m focused on healing, breaking unhealthy cycles, and creating the safe and loving home for my children that I always wanted. But I’ll be honest—one of the hardest parts has been feeling alone while doing that.
I would really love to connect with other moms who understand complicated family relationships, healing from childhood trauma, rebuilding after addiction, or simply what it feels like to be the person in your family who is trying to break generational patterns.

I’m not looking for judgment or advice on my choices. I’m looking for friendship, understanding, and other moms who know what it’s like to rebuild themselves while raising their children. I want to create a support system. ❤️

Apparently the water company switched to a new system last month and deleted the water bill autopay settings from everyone’s account. Go to their website and set it up again if you want to keep using autopay.

The bill we got this month reflected a late fee, so we called them since this wasn’t our fault, and they said that it was a mistake and they will credit it towards the next bill.

hey y'all, I'm a recent college grad who started a marketing/ website business for local businesses here in Winter Haven. I've been running it for about 1 year now, and I'm capable of building websites, doing SEO, running targeted ads on Facebook & Google, email marketing, custom software solutions and creating marketing content for Facebook, Instagram and Tiktok.

I'm looking to partner with some local businesses that can't afford to hire a big company and are looking for an affordable option to handle everything online for them. If this is you or you know anybody who could benefit, i'd love to connect or get a referral.

I'm sure it's a kind of odd question but I'm newer to the area and was trying to find a store that sold lumpia wrappers if anyone has an idea. Thanks for the help in advance! Just trying to avoid a wild goose chase

Hey there uh, redditors. Or whatever you call yourselves I'm not too sure. I haven't posted on Reddit in years but I digress. I'm a high functioning autistic person (23yo currently, soon to be 24) and I'm trying to meet people in the area around my age, maybe get with someone if I'm truly fortunate, make friends with people, so on so forth. I've lived in Winter Haven since I was 20 but I've been a socially awkward shut in for years but I'm trying to do something about that finally. So if anyone knows any more nerdy hobbies in the area that can be social I'd appreciate it. Although I'm pretty poor so if it involves a lot of money it's probably out of reach for me. I've always enjoyed video games, mostly retro stuff and sci fi films, plus some high fantasy and a bit of anime here and there, as well as Metal, particularly prog metal. Also I'm not big on religion, sports, or reading all that much. Anyway any suggestions would be welcome, thanks for your time.

🇺🇸 Thank you to everyone who came out to the Extreme Pyro Experience last night!

It was an incredible evening, and we truly appreciate everyone who helped make it another unforgettable Independence Day celebration.

Here’s a short video from just after the finale. (Yes… we couldn’t resist one last encore with a few fireballs. 🔥🇺🇸)

Thank you for supporting a community event made possible entirely by volunteers. We’ll see you next year!

The response to this year’s event has been incredible and we want to sincerely thank everyone for your support.

Registration is now closed as we finalize parking, seating, food and event logistics for our registered guests.

If you were unable to register before we reached capacity, you can still join our cancellation wait list. While we cannot guarantee availability, openings do occur from time to time.

To be added to the wait list, text [863-288-0111](tel:863-288-0111) with your name and the number of people in your group.

Thank you again to everyone who has helped make this community tradition possible. We look forward to welcoming our registered guests on July 4th for another unforgettable Extreme Pyro Experience!

Hi, does anyone know of someone who does personal color analysis/seasons using drapes? TIA

This morning, was concussion mortar test day.

If you’ve ever been to a major concert or stadium show, you’ve probably felt those deep, chest thumping concussion effects. At most events, they fire only 1-2 at a time to create that instant BOOM you don’t just hear… you feel.

This year, we’re firing 6 concussion mortars simultaneously.

The goal isn’t simply to make noise. It’s to create a true Wall of Thunder that rolls across the field, adding another layer of excitement to the pyromusical.

Every effect is tested before show day to verify timing, reliability, performance and sound levels. The more we can verify now, the smoother and more consistent the show will be on July 4th.

Only a few more days to go!

Make sure to turn your volume to max! You can't feel the concussion, but you can definitely tell it hits hard!

My lawn mower broke down and while I wait on warranty repairs, I need someone to hit just my front yard one time. No need for a professional crew, any idiot that knows how to push a lawn mower back and forth can do this.

These are the final 30 seconds from the 2025 Extreme Pyro Experience. The Professional Saturn Rockets building into the finale, ending with the last nuke, is still one of my favorite sequences we’ve ever fired.

Last year’s soundtrack was all about Rock & Roll.

This year, we’re taking the show in a different direction.

The 2026 Extreme Pyro Experience is a tribute to the United States of America, to the men and women who fought for our freedom, those who continue to defend it today, and to everyone who still stands proudly behind our flag.

If you thought last year’s ending was something special… just wait until you experience this year’s show.

Hihi! I’m looking to create a book club or something of that variety. My real motive is to gain some friends with the same interests as me :) I enjoy reading and learning new hobbies, but I also enjoy going out and doing things as well. I’m a little bit of an ambivert haha

I have one that I no longer need. Anyone that is close that has a need can have it for free.

A little behind the scenes testing for the 4th of July. Extreme Pyro experience is almost here. Can"t wait!!

All testing is conducted by licensed and insured professionals. Don’t try this at home 😄

Time to start unpacking today! Can't wait for this year show on the 4th. Will be the biggest show we've ever done 😄

My bf (23m) and i (26f) moved here last march he has lived here for 6 years before meeting me in ohio and staying for a few years until we would move back together ( i told him i didnt know him well enough to go to florida at the time bless him lol) anyway i am trying to work on my social anxiety and meet new people i have met a few. Still, I find it more difficult than anticipated. Any advice?
I like plants, crafts, and I have a small senior dog. The only catch is im not trying to spend alot of money (the first job i had gotten here i quit and now have a different job as im a server and the first place i went to was the worst place ive ever worked at and i deal with alot lol but i wont mention their name as they are struggling enough as is and some good people do work there still. )
I have looked into the pilates class, but I can't justify spending money on extra stuff like that right now. Potentially next month I can tho I am very optimistic about my new job!

Does anyone know if they do fireworks at lake silver, or anywhere near ?

I’m going to be working in Lake Wales for a few months and I’m deciding where to move. I’m considering either Lake Wales or Winter Haven since it seems to have better amenities, and it would still only be about a 25-minute commute.

Between the two, which area would you recommend living in? Are there any specific neighborhoods I should look into or avoid?

Thanks

EDIT:

SHE IS HOME THANK YOU!!!!

Posting on behalf of my friend. I don’t live in the area anymore but she is taking care of this absolute sweet pea.

Trying to get more visibility by sharing to a different platform. There’s no way someone isn’t looking for this little doggo!

does your city water smell like rotten egg? we changed the anode rod, that didnt fix it so we just change the hole water heater, we have a water softener with a carbon activated filter before and after and nothing seems to fix the issue, the first few seconds on any faucet smell like rotten egg and then it goes away