Celebrating the 4th

The Flag.

The stars and stripes.

Hot dogs.

Fireworks.

Family.

The tradition hasn't changed in years.  For our family, or for families across the nation.  But, it really doesn't get any better than this.  An all-American celebration.  Simple summer pleasures.


Fun at the Kershaw's for a barbecue. 

Landen.  Not pictured, Uncle Ryan who tossed and caught and chased that big green ball.

Layne and Owen.

En Route to the park for Fireworks.

Ryan and Whitney go motor-scooter.

Fun at the Park.

Cute Sophie and Emma.  The perfect playmates all afternoon.

Layne couldn't resist the red-checkered quilt sprawled out on the grass.

Landen.  The red wagon.  He rode it, pushed it and pulled it till the sun went down.

Dad had to toss him out of it!

My brother Ryan.  Me.  Photographer and Flag Cake Maker.  Proud to be an American.