4th of July

Each year, a group of my girlfriend's from high school (and our kid's) get together for the 4th of July parade and fireworks show.  We meet up in the morning at my friend Beth's house for bagels and donuts.  Then we walk to the parade, although this year with the heat index we opted to drive.  My sweet husband set up camp early (and by camp, I do mean a huge shaded tent)!  As always it is so much fun to see our kid's running around together, and we love sitting around giggling like we're still in high school.  The kid's had a blast at the parade and loved collecting candy!

We meet back up around dinner time to feast on pizza and a buffet of appetizers and desserts.  While the kids run wild, we reminisce and enjoying having adult time while the kid's entertain each other! Then we pack up and head to the high school for the big show.  It is always a lot of fun and a tradition I hope we continue for years to come!

Happy 4th!

Summer Happenings Part 1

It is hard to believe that Summer is halfway over.  We have loved lazy summer mornings, no routines and more family time.  We have kept super busy with playdates, trips to the zoo, safety city camp, & 4 day a week swim lessons.  We have had lots of cookouts, get togethers with friends and family and have logged more outdoor time in the past month than we did the entire school year. Needless to say, we are lovin' summer!

Here are some highlights...

                                                         Playdates with friends

Fun at the Fountains

More Fun in the Sun

Cookouts with friends and family

...to be continued...