you're not missing out on much besides a few burns on the hands because of stupid fuse's and the running back wards (hoping you don't trip) so you can get the distance and see them as well...
I disagree, It makes the fireworks all the better when you have had to endure 3rd degree burns in order to watch them.
It's kinda like why food you cook yourself tastes better just because you cooked it, it's the battle that got you there is the most rewarding. (For the Most part)
Tomcat tell whoever is running the fireworks that they are ruining your childhood by not allowing you to let out your inner pyro, and if it doesn't get sated soon you will have to resort to burning down houses or something.
But seriously, keeping you from doing something because it's dangerous (within reason) It's nearly as good as teaching you how to use something responsibly.
I've been shooting off hundreds of pounds of fireworks since I was like 12.
