Proud to be an American

The Studio had some dancers in the town parade. Rachel Johnson & I held The Studio sign while they danced to a "I'm Proud to be an American." It was wonderful to be a part of the parade and really feel a sense of the freedom spirit. Of course I couldn't help but singing the whole time & it was touching to see people moved by our dancers, the music & our country.

We had a BBQ at Bill & Cindy's that evening. Of course the kids had to jump in the pool or really just splash each other. And the highlight was putting on our own small fireworks show when it got dark. The boys loved it, Spencer was a little too brave & really wanted to touch the sparkler. Emma was never brave enough to even try. Ruth was adorable in her multiple red, white, & blue outfits (we had three!) It always makes a holiday more special to celebrate with a baby experiencing it for the first time.

I love our land of the free & all the blessings that brings. We are a blessed people in a blessed land. God bless the USA.