July 4th

We had a great fourth of July this year. The day was a little hectic for Drew at work, so we were anxious to get up to the lake and enjoy an evening with friends. We headed up to the Flanagan's house where we had a delicious food, drinks and lots of playing time. Norah had a great time playing with all of her friends, but she would probably say that was the highlight of the evening. It was definitely not the fireworks. She is very sensitive to sounds and obviously fireworks right above your head is about as loud as it can get. She wasn't a fan last year either, but I was hoping this year would be a little different. Not so much! We ended up having to go in the house and watched them from the living room about halfway through. She was hysterical when they were over though. She kept clapping and telling everyone she loved the fireworks. Little Stinker! Hazel slept right through the fireworks. Unfortunately, once she was awake for the ride home, she had a tough time getting back to sleep. I think she finally fell asleep at 12:45am. Yikes! We made it though! Thanks again for the hospitality Flanagans! We had a wonderful time and it was so great to see everyone!

This is how we started our morning.  I turned my back for one second and this is where her oranges ended up. Silly girl!

Hazey enjoying her dinner at the Flanagan's 

Having some chips and water on the deck

One of the few family photos we have of the four of us.
More family photos to come in August! :)

Norah and her pal Cole

The Cubitt Family
Claire, Mike, Jennifer and Cole
I figured I would post a family picture for her since she hasn't posted on her blog in 2 WHOLE YEARS!  (Ha!  Love ya Jenn, just had to tease ya a little!)

Sweet Bryn getting rinsed off after take a dip in the lake!

Jenn and Claire

Beautiful sunset before the fireworks