Thursday, July 4, 2013

4th of July Festivities

July 4th fell on a Thursday this year, and since Steve got Thursday and Friday off, we decided to have a 4-day celebration!  This post is just about July 4th, though.  We had a great day with perfect weather!

2 sweet girls, looking festive and beautiful


strawberry picking at the local farm market




This flag was purchased and installed on July 4th.  We might be late coming to the party, but at least we arrived.  Please pay no attention to those bushes that need to be trimmed.


paddle boats on the little lake near our house


Mama Mallard and her babies, hiding under a willow tree

a magnificent day!


the Tridge, as we walked to Chippewassee Park for the fireworks



The girls entertained themselves for hours while we waited for the fireworks to start.  Next year we can get to the park a little later...

the show before the show

This little lightning bug also put on a show before the fireworks!

Lydia snuggled up with Daddy