Happy Fourth!

This year, like last, we spent the fourth at a friend's house and then went to MTSU for the symphony and fireworks...very fun! I always enjoy being with our friends!

There's not much to write, but here are two things. First, do I look 31 to you? I don't feel it.


Second...I had a litte fun with Caleb's hair...he asked me to, let's be clear, but I went a little over the top...as I told my friend earlier this evening, it's not his act of rebellion, it's mine!

I took lots of photos...here are a few.


Jack's first time on a real swing that no one had to hold him in...he wasn't sure what to think...


A few sparklers before going off to see the big fireworks.


I have a feeling these three are going to be trouble in the very near future!


Here is Jack bustin' a move to the groovy orchestra that was playing.


Caleb's hair in all its glory!


Don't eat the baby...there are plenty of hot dogs...

HERE'S WHAT HAPPENS WHEN you put those "3-D Fireworks Glasses" over the lens of your camera...pretty cool:





I am sure I will have something really profound to say about this great country we live in tomorrow, but tonight, I just wanted to post a few photos and share the fun evening we had! Hope you had a great 4th too! God Bless America!

Another year older...

So, tomorrow is my birthday. Yes, I am a firecracker baby and my mother got to watch the fireworks from the hospital window (I don't actually know if she could see them from her room, but you get the point).

I usually forget how old I am until someone asks. I've not been one of those that seems to have a problem with getting older. I figure as long as I still feel young, then I will be young. I do feel more aches and pains now than I did 15 years ago, but that's okay...I can still roll with the best of them.

The only thing I find myself being melancholy about is how fast the time has seemed to pass. I can still remember every detail about most events in my life, most of which took place 10 or more years ago. It certainly doesn't feel like that much time has passed since I was in high school or even college...but it sure has and I didn't imagine myself where I am today, but I wouldn't change it for the world! I love my boys!

So, tomorrow, I just want to relax and have a good day...and maybe some chocolate cake...and that will be good!

Here's a few pictures from the last few days: