Happy Fourth of July!

It was the week before Fourth of July that our little turtle went into the hospital. I will remember those days FOREVER. I remember how sick she got, and how difficult it was for them to get an IV in her because she was so dehydrated. I remember that moment the nurse took her out of my arms and brought her into the surgery room. I remember waiting for her to return, and the tube in her nose, the IV in her neck, how little and weak she looked. I remember every second of it. But my most vivid memory was days later when we were standing by the window in the hospital with her finally back in my arms, on the Fourth of July, watching fireworks that were going on in Philadelphia somewhere. I remember her pointing and gasping a little in excitement. I could see my little girl returning back to herself and I cried through the whole fireworks show, LOL. So there is a part of me that will always have some sentimental attachment to the Fourth of July.


It is also the weekend my mother and stepfather have their annual BBQ. The kids look forward to this party all year long, as does my stepfather. My mom cooks tons of food and mudslides are blended all day long. We play volleyball, bounce on the trampoline, roast marshmallows, and catch fireflies. It is always a good time. This year was actually the first time it ever rained, but it cleared up by late afternoon. The festivities went on, and everyone had a good time as usual.
I hope you all enjoyed your weekend. Here is a few pictures...

Enjoy your summer!