Today was a crazy busy kind of day in the Valley. The 4th of July is always a big event here in our little town. We have a parade, BBQ, and fireworks. The parade is one of my favorite events. One of the things I love about our small town is when there is something 'big' going on, you seriously recognize 90% of everyone around you.
The parade lasts only about 10 minutes, there isn't much to it, but the kids end up collecting a ton of candy. The were a few floats, horses, and of course the fabulous fire trucks. This year we were treated to 'Smokey the Bear'. He looked like he was going to fall over, plus he was wearing some rocking Wranglers. Arlene and I were cracking up. The rest of the parade consisted of people campaigning. So the kids had a great time at the parade. The rest of the day and evening we went to Arlene's, and had a big
ol' honkin' BBQ. Full of food and beer! Todd was toasty and o' so happy. He was crackin' me up. When he has some alcohol, he comes out of his shell. He is very charming and full of stories.
Later that night, some of the kids set off fireworks. I am scared to death of fireworks and enforce the rule that a grown up needs to be present and watching over all fireworks, so my kids didn't get to set off very much until the next night. They didn't seem to mind though. It was a great day. The parade was great, the BBQ was great, and all the company was great. We love the 4th of July!
Today was a crazy busy kind of day in the Valley. The 4th of July is always a big event here in our little town. We have a parade, BBQ, and fireworks. The parade is one of my favorite events. One of the things I love about our small town is when there is something 'big' going on, you seriously recognize 90% of everyone around you.
The parade lasts only about 10 minutes, there isn't much to it, but the kids end up collecting a ton of candy. The were a few floats, horses, and of course the fabulous fire trucks. This year we were treated to 'Smokey the Bear'. He looked like he was going to fall over, plus he was wearing some rocking Wranglers. Arlene and I were cracking up. The rest of the parade consisted of people campaigning. So the kids had a great time at the parade. The rest of the day and evening we went to Arlene's, and had a big
ol' honkin' BBQ. Full of food and beer! Todd was toasty and o' so happy. He was crackin' me up. When he has some alcohol, he comes out of his shell. He is very charming and full of stories.
Later that night, some of the kids set off fireworks. I am scared to death of fireworks and enforce the rule that a grown up needs to be present and watching over all fireworks, so my kids didn't get to set off very much until the next night. They didn't seem to mind though. It was a great day. The parade was great, the BBQ was great, and all the company was great. We love the 4th of July!
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