Yankee Doodle Dandy

We had a low-key, yet very enjoyable, day celebrating our Independence. Love seeing everyone decked out in their finest red, white, and blue.

Matt's parents were in town and we were excited to take them to Deanna Rose the morning of the 4th. We always love zipping around to see our favorite animals and play on the shady playgrounds. They had some special 4th of July festivities and the place was crawling with people. But that's the great thing about Deanna Rose--busy or not, it's still a great experience.

Since Grandma and Grandpa were with us, we attempted to fish during this visit! It was very eventful.

Wait for it...boom baby!

3 generations of fishermen.

Again, and again! We were probably just catching the same fish over again, but it made for an exciting round of fishing.

We headed to Matt's sister Cindy's house for the evening. They recently relocated from Great Bend to Blue Springs, Missouri and we've been so glad to have them closer! It's legal to shoot fireworks there so it's very reminiscent to what we know and love of the 4th. Right when we got out of the car it just smelled like the 4th. Breathe in, ahhhh. Burning punk smell. Love it.

Cade and Lukas are always stoked to get to visit each other's houses.

Cade was not all about the fireworks. He kept a safe distance and didn't really understand why we cared to just sit out in the driveway and watch it all. Maybe next year.

A big thanks to my mom for the kids' festive 4th of July outfits. She loves all things "holiday" and always has us covered. If it was up to me I wouldn't think of it until the day of so I'm glad she took care of us well in advance. No one decorates for EVERY holiday (and decks the kids out too) like my mom.

Hope everyone had a wonderful holiday filled with family, friends, and fun!