July 4th

The 4th of July brings to mind a lot of different things for many people. Not only does it give us, as a country, a day to celebrate the Independence that we have, it also gives us time to remember all those that fought for us to have our many many freedoms. To me, the 4th of July is all these things and more. It's time to get families together, eat great food and enjoy a day of fun in the sun.

My two "Loves" and I got to go visit the Boudreaux side of the family and spend the entire day together. Here are a few thing that we did:

Papa took My Love and Cole for a ride on the boat while Nick and Brandon rode on the tube.

My Love got to cast net and fish all day. (He was in hog heaven; definitely his element.) When he would catch a small fish or shrimp, he'd show it to Cole. Cole was ok with the fish but really didn't want to touch the shrimp. Who can blame him, they are kind of scary looking. I'm sure when he gets older he'll be fishing right along side of his Daddy. That will be cute.

Aunt Nell and Taunt tried to beat the heat by splashing around in the pool with Cole.



Later in the afternoon, we all sat on the side of the road and watched the local parade. Taunt showed Cole off to the people with the shade. It was so hot they just needed some relief, besides the people thought he was so cute. Aunt Nell taught Cole how to wave the flags. My Love shouldered Cole for the entire time of the parade. He's so strong. Cole loved being up there waving at all the passers by. Some would even throw him candy. He LOVES candy.

I just had to show this picture of a University of Texas golf cart. There were a couple but this is the one I got a picture of. So cool.

We were beat by the end of the day but we had so much fun. Hope you and your family had a great 4th. Next year we'll have two kiddos to celebrate with. I can't wait!