Independence Day

Our neighborhood throws a pretty great party. Jim was at work but the kids and I walked the block down to our park and joined in the festivities. JT loved the sparklers but wasn’t impressed with the loud booming fireworks that started later on. Haley didn’t like any of the noise and was happy to play until it started, and then she came running and wanted to be held.

We had a yummy BBQ dinner complete with healthy turkey burgers and juicy watermelon.

JT got to enjoy a cupcake… or two. 🙂

Haley wanted me to take a picture of her, so I did. She also picked out her dress. Love. Her.

Then it was time for a Haley and Mommy picture and she went running… my neighbor Kelly snagged this fun shot with my camera, and then took a very nice one as well.

We went home about nine and tucked Haley in bed, who was so tired she knocked right out and slept through the mortar shells going off everywhere. JT, on the other hand, was wired and didn’t know quite what to do: watch outside from a distance, watch from the window, or watch a movie. In the end we did a little of each and tucked him into bed after 10:30. We’re making up for it today… I let JT sleep in until almost 9:30 and Haley has been napping for well over three hours. It’s hard work having fun!