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| Charles the Patriotic Punk, Aniela the All American Rock Star and Zofia as herself |
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| With Granny and Cousins Rebecca and Patrick |
Following that parade we had our first annual Bike and trike Parade in our own neighborhood. It worked out since our bikes were already decorated. Aniela and Charles had fun with their neighborhood friends and Zoe had fun taking a much needed nap.
After dinner we decided to go downtown for the fireworks. There's just something to feeling the boom and sound of fireworks that adds to the excitement and wonder of them. Charlie also had a parking spot ready to go since he pays for one at work. When we got downtown there was plenty of room to set up our chairs and enjoy the atmosphere and some treats at the vendors. The funnel cakes were a hit...yum!
Then on Friday we headed up to Sterling, Il with the Riley's for some boating fun. Charlie's sister and brother-in-law had bought a boat last year and we were excited to try it out for the first time. Charlie and his sister, Susanna, were pros at slalom skiing and I actually got up on two skis myself, although it wasn't a pretty site! The kids had fun tubing and even water ski'd with the help of the easy ski, an inflatable ski with rope. We had so much fun soaking up the sun and enjoying a day out on the river.
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| Excited to get on the river |
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| Aunt Susanna giving pointers to Aniela |
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| Charlie skiing like no time had passed since he last water-skied |
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| I was happy to just pop up |
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| Zofia trying to take a little rest |
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| Aniela Patrick and Rebecca tubing |
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| Charles and Patrick having fun on the tube |
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| Brother and Sister |
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| She fell asleep like this! |
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| Charles using the easy ski |
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| Aniela giving it a go |
1 comment:
What a great 4th week-end filled with lots of fun, family and fireworks. Just a real blast! Gotta love the picture of Charlie and Susanna on the boat! Great fun
Lot of love,
Granny and Grandpa
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