Happy 4th of July, 2012!

One of the most memorable occurences from this 4th of July holiday was the HEAT! We knew it was going to be a hot one when there was a heat warning issued for our area by 9:00a.m.. The peak air temperature was recorded at 103 Farenheit, with the heat index reaching as high as 114 degrees! Fortunately, the kids and Jason and I were able to do a lot of swimming! We spent a few hours swimming in our neighbors' pool during the day, and then again at grandma Barb's and grandpa Terry's pool for a family swim later in the afternoon. Then, Jackson ended up spending the night at grandma's and grandpa's house with cousin, Logan. Jessica was upset about this arrangement (she wanted to stay with Jackson and Logan too, instead of going home), but, she found some comfort when we got home and pulled out the ponies, littlest pet shop animals, and castles to play with. Jessica, Lia, Jason, and I spent 45 minutes of uninterrupted "girl play time" on our living room floor. Jessica had her ponies and littlest pet shop animals going to Jellystone (located on our couch), playing mini golf (on our area rug with foam blocks as the obstacles), and seeking shelter from "the tornado" - a.k.a. sister, Lia! hahaha! We sure do love your creative play, Jess! After getting into our PJs, We turned on the Macy's Fireworks Spectacular show on NBC. Jason and I aren't sure which was more entertaining, the fireworks on TV or watching Jessica and Lia dance to the music. Very funny! It was a little bittersweet; however, not having Jackson with us to enjoy the TV fireworks show was a little sad. Come to find out the next morning our lucky little guy was able to go to the REAL fireworks show down at Riverside Park! Jackson says he had so much fun watching the fireworks from the big blue bridge. The fireworks gang included: Grandma Barb, Grandpa Terry, Uncle Ryan, Uncle Zach, Logan, and Jackson. The six of them were able to park their vehicles and walk up the sidewalk on the La Crosse bridge for a better view. Sure sounds like a fun time. We're happy Jackson was able to enjoy the show "like a big kid" as he puts it. Happy 236th birthday America!!