4th of July

We had a WONDERFUL 4th, mainly because Mom and Dad were here!:)  We also found a fun event to go to together in the evening. 

 On the way we stopped to get some sparklers for later when Daddy was off of work.

 After the long hot walk on blacktop from the car to the event, we were ready for a swim.  No swimming but at least there was a food court in the shade to enjoy a pulled pork sandwich for dinner.  Once we felt more energized again, we headed to the ride area to look around.  Caleb was focused with the look on the picture above almost the whole time.

 So man colors, sounds, people and just crazy fun all around.  Maybe in a year or two he'll get to enjoy some of the crazy rides!  I wonder if Grandpa will give in and go with him. :)

 Next, we headed over to a BMX show.  

 Yes, Grandma, Oma and I were there too, but the two that were most fun to capture were Caleb and Grandpa.  They don't get to spend much time together all year, so it was great to see them having such a good time together.

 We didn't stay for the show for too long so I only took a couple quick pictures.  Caleb had seen some bounce houses and wasn't as interested in the bikes.

 Sadly, we left only to find that they had JUST deflated all of the free bounce houses and games.  Caleb was pretty bummed out.  At least Grandpa lifted him up onto it for a second.

 This was pretty neat and I'm sure he'll be trying it out in a couple years....look in the background at the clear balls.  Kids get to go inside and run and play while floating on water.

 We headed back to the BMX show, which had just finished and Caleb got a free helmet!

 Then we just enjoyed each others' company while waiting for the firework show.

 And why not fill him up on some extra sugar on this special day!

 Caleb first just froze for five minutes in my arms and then relaxed a bit.  He eventually got up and danced and ran around singing through the show.

 Even with the trees in our way it was still a nice show.

I wish I had taken pictures of the finale!  It was absolutely crazy!  So many fireworks that it made me wonder if they had accidentally set too many off at once.  

 Once over Caleb asked if they would do it again.  Sad to have to say, "next year."  Glad he enjoyed it!

Happy Fourth of July!!!