4th of July Fun!

What a great Independence Day! We enjoyed the parade in Walker. This was Carter's first parade, as he was only 7 months old last year. He had a great time! Bryan kept him by the curb to see the horses and firetrucks. He tried to say horse, but something inaudible came out. Regardless, it was so enjoyable to see the joy and amusement in his eyes.

I'm still wondering why the grown women that ended up in this picture NEEDED to be at the curb. Why couldn't she have sat back a bit so the kids could actually stand along the curb?

Cousins Amanda, Jennifer & AnneMarie

Kristen with Tyler, Breanna and Michael (Makayla was off catching candy)

After the parade, we had a BBQ at Dardie and Gary's. We had a nice time and enjoyed visiting with family.

Troy, Bryan and Carter

Cousin Chad and his wife Jamie

Tom & Amanda

AnneMarie and Lynette

After the BBQ we went back to mom and dad's around 8:30pm and enjoyed a super fireworks show across the lake. We still haven't figured out where they were coming from, but it was great. It sure beat slathering down in bug spray to watch them outside. Carter was fast asleep well before the fireworks started. Someday, he'll be old enough to enjoy them.

Overall, it was a great 4th of July. I of course get choked up when I think about all that has been sacrificed so I could freely walk the streets of my old hometown on this very special day.

I am proud to be an American and I'm so thankful to those that have lost their lives to protect our freedom! God bless America!