The Fourth of July always holds a special place in my heart. I grew up with most of my family (aunts, uncles, cousin and grandparents). We would all spend every holiday and birthday celebrating together. The Fourth of July was an opportunity for my family to host a big BBQ on the back deck. We would spend the afternoon eating hot dogs, fresh watermelon and homemade ice cream. I can just see my Papa making everyone laugh, my mom and Nana making sure everyone is full and the cousins playing games in the pool. This was a day where everyone was happy and content to be exactly where they were. At dusk we would all head down to the Columbia River and park my Dad's truck on the side of the road. We would all pile into the back with blankets and wait for the firework show. My grandpa lived close by so he would walk down and bring us buttered popcorn to enjoy during the show.
This is a blissful memory for me. I hope that when I have a family one day, they will be able to enjoy this tradition just as much as I did. This year I will be in Spokane for the Fourth. My housemates and I are hosting a BBQ in our backyard with hot dogs, lemonade and fresh fruit. I am excited for the red white and blue decorations and food preparation. I will miss my normal holiday traditions this year, but I will hopefully be starting new ones with friends.
Share a Fourth of July memory. I would love it hear about it.
http://glorioustreats.blogspot.com/2011/06/4th-of-july-flag-cake.html
With all of my neighbors we would have a big BBQ in the street and then head to the "open space" aka a damn to watch the fire works. To this day I still remember mike Thomas making us say "oh and ah" constantly. I love this holiday too thanks for encouraging me to be excited about it. I love your blog!!
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