4th of July


For us it was a big family birthday celebration as well as Independence Day. We had a pool party at my sisters & everyone in my family was there at some point in time throughout the day.

Here's me & my sister-in-law Teddi, cooling off in the pool.

These were the birthday people (2 of my nieces are actually missing from the picture),
Dawson was very happy to see his bat & ball as he unwrapped it.
Hunter was being so great & reading the board book to the 2 year olds.
Hunter has a great happy face when he sees that he got Chinese Checkers!
Dawson couldn't join in any of the water fun, so I took pity on him.
Hunter in mid-swing.
Candice & Crystal, my sister & sister-in-law.

After dinner we headed over to a park to await fireworks.
Here's Dawson standing on Grandpa's hands.


Hunter on Grandpa's hands (or more falling off of his hands).
Frisbee was a big hit. Whether as a game or a hat it doesn't matter.
Hunter & my dad lounging.
Savannah playing frisbee.
Tim playing frisbee.And finally the long-awaited fireworks!

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Debbi said…
Looks like fun! You must love having so much family so close.
July 8, 2009 at 7:07 PM
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