As for favorite holidays...I think the 4th of July is right behind Christmas for me.
As a kid, we didn't have much more than a few bottle rockets, Black Cats and sparklers but, boy, we sure did have fun.
Plastic flatware...
.paper plates....cutie pie paper napkins...
all as much a part of THE 4TH OF JULY
as hamburgers and hot dogs.
We started the 4th with a tasty breakfast...
some of you might remember that breakfast is, by far, my very favorite meal...
and I love variety.
Toaster Strudel....
bacon.......
RASPBERRY
this time...:)
Then Mr. Sweet grilled weenies and we had
our son and his family over for
JULY 4TH
HOT DOGS and all the trimmings.
I didn't get a photo one of this glorious occasion.
and...I only got a very few of the
EVENING of the 4th....
Several of the neighbors got together and we had an awesome brisket and all the trimmings dinner...
and THEN....
the FIREWORKS of a LIFETIME
started..
Son, DAVID...and ...KATHY
My camera doesn't take good photos at night....especially of fireworks so no pictures
of the fun times that night.
and...I only got a very few of the
EVENING of the 4th....
Several of the neighbors got together and we had an awesome brisket and all the trimmings dinner...
and THEN....
the FIREWORKS of a LIFETIME
started..
Son, DAVID...and ...KATHY
of the fun times that night.
Daughter, STACY, and her crew went to POSSUM KINGDOM lake
for the holiday weekend...
and they are having such a good time.
We are blessed to have had another fabulous holiday with family and friends.
Hope you had a great time, too.
XOXO
We are blessed to have had another fabulous holiday with family and friends.
Hope you had a great time, too.
looks like fun. i like the pic of the two of you on the sidebar. :)
ReplyDeleteour local celebrations are still going strong tonight. neighbors all around w/ fireworks, loud music, gun shots earlier. just another day in the country - and a weekend to party. :)
I will say sparklers are often pretty dumb nowadays. Most of the ones we have used don't even spark they just have a centered spot where it glows until the fire is gone.
ReplyDeleteIt looks like you had yourselves a wonderful time, wish I was out there on the water too...hot here....loved the forth post as well, haven't been posting for awhile Mr. S. been down with his ms he is better now and I did a post for the forth, nice to see you are still makin me breakfast....
ReplyDeleteWhat a grand weekend you must have had - and the good weather is the icing on the cake!
ReplyDeleteLooks like you all had a terrific time on the 4th with all the trimmings. Looks like some good old fashion food was served at your house. Your breakfast looks mighty fine too. I also LOVE breakfast.
ReplyDeleteHave a great week BJ
Mary
Everything looks like a super holiday! Times to cherish!
ReplyDeleteSounds like you had a fun 4th of July and ate very well BJ-enjoy:@)
ReplyDeleteKeep the party going all summer long! Everything always looks so pretty and festive here.
ReplyDeleteIsn't that what it is all about . . . picnics, friends, family and red, white and blue!
ReplyDeleteGood for you bj . . . such a giver you must be!
What a great holiday you had bj. Love your photos, especially that toaster strudel!
ReplyDeleteI love the flatware idea! I used to have that exact candle holder. My daughter 'stole it'. That's what they do! Perfect for the flatware. I need to look for another one. Came from Canton I think! Love your sweet photos looks like you had a glorious day! Thanks for sharing the festivities.
ReplyDeleteSo nice to have the family around to celebrate. Looks like you had a lot of fun. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteCute picture of you and Mr. Sweet all dressed in your red/white and blue.
Audrey Z. @ Timeless Treasures
You DO know how to party!!! I love your patriotic blog design!!!
ReplyDeleteOh, it looks like you had a wonderful time! Bless you... Glad you're able to enjoy your friends and family on this holiday! smile... PS We love Toaster Strudles too...Apple is our favorite!
ReplyDeleteGert
Sounds like a great family time! And, I love your breakfast ;)
ReplyDeleteLooks fun! I hear fireworks right now...?? A late display I guess.
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed playing catch up here this morning. Your reflection post was wonderful. What a fantastic capture of the flag.
ReplyDeleteYour Independence Day celebration looked wonderful and FULL. We were talking around our picnic table that we used to make a fuller day of it growing up. We would start eating in the morning and eat our way to the fireworks.
Looks like a wonderful celebration! YUM, bacon and toaster strudel! Enjoy the week ahead dear B.J. Hugs!
ReplyDeleteLooks like a great fourth! I still have pictures that need gone through. You got yours up FAST!
ReplyDeleteIt looks like you had a wonderful Fourth! Have a wonderful week too:>)
ReplyDeleteHi BJ,
ReplyDeleteMy Daddy used to call me, "Sassy." Once again, you've given me a memory and a smile. Thanks.
Looks like fun was had by all. Have a blessed evening. Madeline
ReplyDeleteLove your flatware caddy, BJ. I also love the cheerful and colorful bowls from Pier One. Looks like you are enjoying your summer and I am happy for you....Christine
ReplyDeleteBJ,
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing your Fourth of July celebration, dear friend!!!
Love that you spent time with family, friends and neighbors!!!
Fondly,
Pat