The Fourth

I don't know about you, but the Fourth of July is right up there as one of my favorite holidays (Thanksgiving and Christmas top my list). It's pretty tough to beat a holiday that is spent out on the boat with your family and friends - and you can't forget about all the food, drinks, music, and fireworks!

To continue with our Fourth of July tradition, we headed back to Chapin to celebrate with our families. Belle in particular was so excited to go back and visit with her buddies - Jazzie, Molly and Layla - and gave us kisses the whole drive home! We spent most of Saturday relaxing out on the lake, just enjoying the sunshine. On Saturday night we gathered with family and friends at the annual Fourth of July party at the Moore's lake property (which is nicely located within walking distance from my parents home). They were so kind to provide a bluegrass band and a DJ for entertainment, along with hotdogs and hamburgers. They had asked everyone to bring a side dish or dessert (homemade please), BYOB, your picnic blanket and chairs. I made Paula Dean's "Not Yo Mama's Banana Pudding" -- Mm Mmmm! I love banana pudding! The DJ played patriotic music during the firework display - I enjoyed it, but Brian could have done without it!

Belle, Molly and Jazzie taking the MGA out for a spin!

We couldn't find the American Flag for the boat so the Clemson one had to do :)

Need another noodle?

Sweet mom

Grace sharing her brownie

The tooth fairy recently visited Grace!

Brian and Lawton (w/ A. Sue sneaking in!)