The 4th!!

In celebration of my independence,

I spent the evening oohing and aahing

over the sparks, and pops, and booms!

I held my first sparkler, and I also

held a roman candle (with Daddy's help).

Taylor was a tad bit concerned with that situation

as she looked on from the safety of Grandpa's garage.

I ended up sitting in the back of our car with Mommy

to watch the big show put on by the neighbors

because it was getting too loud for me.  I had a great

view from the back seat and loved it!

I also stayed up later than I EVER have in my life...

I didn't even get to bed until 11PM!!!

Whew!  I was wiped out!

But it was worth it. :)