Small Town Parade and BBQ

July 4th started out with a great parade in our little community. We watched tractors, dogs, and people firing guns. You name it.. we saw it.

Rob and Jo came out for a little while with our sweet nephew and niece.

This is our friend John with my amazingly adorable husband. And no, they are not brothers though I am sure most thought so.

Angelina and Jenna are enjoying the parade and yelling for candy. Folks throw candy to everyone on the sidelines. They definitely got their fair share.

and yes that is a toothbrush! The dentist in town said "Forget candy!"

We all stood proud and took off our hats for the military. This is the Marines truck. Thought of my nephew in Japan serving our country when this big truck passed by.

Amanda is John's wife. We love this family. Glad they could come be with us! John and Amanda are friends from church that enjoy spending time with.

My beauties.

So after the parade we took a break at home and then headed to a BBQ with our pastor's family .This funny, articulate, young women gives Gabe a run for his money. Megan is our pastor's daughter and they argue and play like siblings!

Do you see what I see? Gabe is sneaking in the picture of Megan's great dessert.

Who will be the big winner? Competition is a serious matter with this crowd~ We heard the girls yelling and screaming from the upstairs. I am women, hear me roar! Gabe had no chance!

Melody is our pastor's other daughter. She likewise is a kick in the pants. Their momma is very funny and when you listen to the three of them.... lol!

So it rained most of the afternoon and by late afternoon all parties were tired. We drove out to Palmer Lake to see if it was even possible to watch the fireworks. We went home and pondered... and pondered some more. T was leaving early the next morning for Mexico and I had homework. What do we do???? What do we do???? Well, I felt very smuckish but we dropped the kids off with friends and let them watch the fireworks while we stayed home. All's well that ends well!