Happy Independence Day

They were VERY proud of the
outfits they chose for the holiday.

We have a tradition halfway through each month that we make a new calendar for the following one. It helps us stay organized and the boys love knowing what is coming up for us as a family. It also means that they get VERY excited for all of the fun events ahead of us. The Fourth of July was one of those times. They had been looking forward to it for weeks and they had the whole day planned out before we even started July. We woke up, braved the Tosa parade, went for a 20 minute drive to get some sparklers (no fireworks are sold in Milwaukee county), ate some Gillies for lunch, played in our pool, and then they got to stay up WAY past their bedtime to watch the big fireworks with their dad. It was a fantastic day and definitely one we will remember!

SO EXCITED!

We were able to squeeze into a spot right
in between two lovely families.

Happy 4th from the Murphys!

The boys LOVED the classic cars.

It was SO hot and we are all very grateful
for the popsicles they threw to us. 

We love Gillies!

Dad's ice-cream got a little bit
melted on our way home.

We love the pool.

Oliver loves the camera.

How did I get so lucky?

Spotting some fireflies from the front porch.

We love sparklers!

The perfect ending to
a perfect day.