Fireflies and Firecrackers

The Fourth of July is my son's favorite holiday and after this 4th, I can see why. It was a WONDERFUL day for us. We stayed at Pat's house and celebrated with family and friends alike. Our day was filled with food, laughter and playing in the pool. About 9:30 the fireworks show that Pat's neighbor always goes overboard on, officially started. Though Sam didn't make it to see, from my less than favorable vantage point, it was grand! Andy was able to get a front yard seat and watch the action. Boy I tell you, he's going to remember it for the rest of his life. The actual fireworks were HUGE and lit up the night sky with a rainbow of colors. My view was obstructed, but there wasn't a place on earth that I would rather have been. The quiet of the house, Sam sleeping upstairs, the fireflies fluttering by the window I was looking out and the oohs and ahhs from the family members who braved the outdoors, will replay in my mind for years to come.