A Spectacular Fourth

The fourth of July is quickly becoming a favorite Holiday for us, especially Tom. I'd say it's right up there with Halloween as far as excitement and preparation goes. Anyone who knows Tom, knows he doesn't do anything half way.... so this night was a night to remember, for a lot of people, for a lot of reasons.

Most of the kids will remember the cotton candy, ice cream, sparklers, fire crackers, and cotton candy. Kaylee, Warner and Xander were certainly buzzed up on the sugar all night, which probably accounts for the fearlessness and silliness...I'm not sure if he even knew exactly what they did but Xander just loved the firecrackers, not to watch, but to hold. Warner took it upon himself to hand out lit sparklers to everyone, even if they weren't ready. Miss thang, got her little attitude on, and became the performer for the night, making kissing dares and tormenting the Shumway boys.

Some (and by some, I mean Tom and Andrew) will remember the genius and planning that went into the firework show, the hours spent building the grand finale, the cool T-shirt that said "WARNING SHOOTS FLAMING BALLS", and the adrenaline rush that comes from doing something illegal without getting caught.

The nice families who came to celebrate with us will remember that their lives were in danger and how crazy a party with the Simpson's can get. The Stepic's will never forget the trip to the E.R. after a slight four wheeler crash in the front yard. The Shumway's will be ever more grateful for their son Luke, after he survived a Flower (a small legal fireworks that spins on the ground) shooting straight at his face, unharmed; or how they almost crashed the previous mentioned four wheeler into the neighbor's house.

This Independence day was truly unforgettable.....And the best part is, we'll do it all again next year. See you all there!