Happy Birthday America

Happy Fourth of July!

We had a fun family morning! We went to the summer movies to see Mr. Poppers Penguins. The kids did great equipped with popcorn and soda and only one potty break! The kids were ELATED when the movie was over and we walked outside to pouring rain. Not a monsoon, but actual pouring rain. it was so fun getting soaked walking to the car in the warm rain. I wish I had a camera for Maylee's face. It was priceless and absolutely adorable. 

We had a quiet afternoon, but pulled it together for an evening of fun. We decided not to go too far so we headed a couple miles down the road to a high school for some relaxation in our 80° weather and fireworks. Carter, Maylee, and Hailee had a blast dancing to the live band. It was a bit loud at first, but they adjusted We brought pizza and just hung out. 

Drew was finally hit by the bug that has taken over my children so he was a bit under the weather. (first the fever for about 24-hours and then a horrific sore throat for....going on four days now)

They were STOKED for the fireworks. Drew was searching the skies...to make sure he wouldn't miss it. Once they started I had Carter and Maylee with me filled with excitement and ooooo's and aaahhhh's. They named shapes and colors. Drew snuggled with dad and kept his cute little ears covered. Daddy reassured him that they were NOT going to get us and he seemed to enjoy them a bit more! This was the first year that I think I spent more time watching my kids' faces than the sky. I love seeing their joy and excitement. It was a beautiful celebration of our country's birth!