Happy Fourth

I don't ever remember having such a rainy Fourth of July!  However, we still managed to get everything cooked, the family came, and we had a great time together!! Our time was cut short due to rain, but we so enjoyed having everyone here. Lindsey and her family came for a few days before the fourth, and we loved that!!  I'll share more on that visit later.

Pop has wanted to put up a flag in the front yard for some time, and he finally got it up!

He has also wanted to cook a whole hog.  So, he added that to his ribs and chicken this year.  Other than having to stay up all night, I have to say that it was a success.

Uncle C and Aunt Tay came by to help!

However, Aunt Tay and the babies, along with Lindsey and I stayed inside during the beginning.  We just weren't sure about this at first.

Papa is always close by to help!!

The monsoon rains continued throughout the night!  We had to tie the pop up down to keep it from blowing away!  But, the cooking continued!!

The next morning, the little piggy was ready and Josh, Caleb and Pop got busy pulling!

Maddie watched, but she wouldn't help pull!

And on a side note, if you see this guy on Monday, tell him Happy Birthday!!

We anxiously waited as family arrived and it was time to enjoy everyone's company.

Lillian and Kris are buddies!!

The cousins did manage to get in a little swim time in between rains!! I think this is the only picture I took of that!

Family time!

Later that night, we were able to enjoy a few fireworks.

Lillian was not too impressed.  This was her only attempt at a sparkler!  Maddie loved it!

Poor, poor Gus was not a fan!!!