July 4th came with much MUCH excitement around here. Last year we did not get to do any fireworks or real celebration of any kind, so we were planning and scheming all year!
Trae spent most of the night behind the glass doors, peeking out, not wanting to get 'hit' by the fireworks. The last half hour or so, he finally came out from hiding and tried a sparkler and enjoyed a few last loud ones!
Our neighbors invited us all over for a bar-b-que and play time... we had such a relaxing time, no pressure, good conversation, the kids had kids their own ages... We'd like it to become a tradition I think. 
She made home made strawberry shortcake, it was delicious, I was impressed: 
