Traditions

I apologize for not posting my July 4th comments sooner. I spent 3 out of 4 days in bed sick since then so I wasn't feeling much like writing. However, I am feeling better now and I'm ready to "publish" again.

Several years ago my in-laws moved to a new house. That summer we realized that they had a perfect view of the fireworks at an arena near their home. Now it is a solid July 4th tradition: BBQ with Papa and Grandma Libby then fireworks. Each year we sit in their driveway and watch the fireworks while munching on snacks, waving glow sticks, and cheering for the prettiest fireworks.

One year my friend asked if they could join us. This event is now one that all of our children anticipate all year long. In fact, Megan and Heather packed their camp chairs in the van several days early! They also tried to convince me to take enough snacks to feed an army. They asked me 800 questions that day: Can we leave for Papa and Grandma's house now? (as soon as they woke up!) When do the fireworks start? When will our friends get here? When?!? It reminded me of Christmas when they were little.

I love traditions that the girls can look forward to with this level of anticipation. And I love that this particular tradition involves family and friends and the country that we all love.