Celebrating the 4th of July

We had a fabulous 4th of July! Anyone that knows me, it is my favorite holiday. Who doesn't love family and friends gathering together to celebrate the birthday of our great nation?

We started our morning with a family swim day at Grandma's neighborhood pool. The kids have yet to be in the actual pool yet this summer, most of the time we head to the Splash Pads. So I was personally excited about getting in the water on this hot day. I wasn't sure if the kids would remember what they learned last summer in the water. Mason did great and was on his own (with us watching him and nearby) the entire time. Taylor preferred to be held and Peyton loved the water in her little float.

We can home for naps and then went back over to Grandma & Grandpa's house for an early dinner. Adam's other sister, Laura and Matt joined us. Afterwards, we took Peyton home to bed and my mom (Mimi) came over to sit at the house, while we took Mason and Taylor to La Centerra's Firework show. We have gone the last two years and decided this would be our tradition. They put on a great firework display and the kids loved parking along the highway to watch.

 Love these baby blues.

 Peyton's first 4th of July and wearing Taylor's dress.

 Taylor, Mason & Faith waiting eagerly for the show to start. They were so good the entire time.

 Btw, 7 years ago on the 4th, Adam asked me to be his wife! He knows me well enough to propose on my favorite holiday, thus making it extra special every year. Love you, Babe!

We were watching the fireworks and didn't notice that Daddy was snapping pictures of us.