July 4th

We had the most fabulous 4th of July! First of all, the weather was unusually pleasant. Any day in July that's not above 90 degrees is worth celebrating, and it must of been a high of 80 degrees that day. We spent the morning visiting with family and playing around the house. That evening, we drove to Keatchi, La for their Bluegrass Band 4th of July celebration. It was the cutest little country gathering. Held in a pasture in the center of "town", they had homemade ice cream, live music and a firework show (we didn't stay late enough for that though). Everyone brought blankets or lawn chairs and sat around visiting and listening to music while all the children ran around. It was truly a country feel...and it's worth saying again, the weather was so nice! We were so glad that Travis and Anna and their boys joined us! Chelsey's mom and sister were there too (missed you Chels!). We can't wait for next year....crossing our fingers that we will have nice weather again and more importantly, that the Smiths will still be in Shreveport!

 This was at the very beginning. It was so crowded by the time we left.

 A nice fireman was eager to show the boys his truck and equipment

 Red, White and Blue

The following night Perry got to do some sparklers...

 Liking it!

 Loving it!