Fourth of July 2009

We started out the day by cheering on our friends in an all-star game.
Then we watched the local Fourth of July parade with friends.

After that it was time to cool off in the Pottenger's swimming pool.

We ended the night with fireworks.

Fourth of July 2008

As part of our annual tradition, we gathered with friends to watch the local Fourth of July parade.
When the parade ends, we all walk over to the park and watch Makenna dance. This year we were especially lucky to have Nana, Grampa and Aunt Dana with us.

Disclaimer: Although I have been present through Makenna's rehearsals and knew that the summer program was hip hop I was still surprised by the songs lyrics and the dance moves. Makenna was oblivious, but I was shocked. I should have known that they do not sing about butterflies and rainbows in hip hop. I learned to appreciate it for what it was. I enjoyed watching Makenna do something that she absolutely loves.