I know!  I know!  It was weeks ago but I can’t believe how busy this summer is.  There is so much going on and so much to share.  But I just wanted to get some of these posted.  I think I’ve told you before but  I totally have the coolest neighborhood around.  I swear that I when I come home I feel like I’ve stepped back in to the twilight zone.  This neighborhood is like how all neighborhoods should be. We get together all the time and there are so many kids.  Summer is the best in the “hood”.  If the weather is good everyone is outside then everyone is in the front, hanging out, and watching the kids.  This summer the big thing has been to play kick the can at night.  I started it with the kids and they love it when we can play.

One of the greatest things all year is our annual Fourth of July block party.  We have so much fun and each year it has been a little different.  (We’ve only had two).  But none the less.  Here are some highlights of the big day and I have a couple more to add.  Especially one of Flamingo.  He scared my neighbor girl to death we he took off in the car.  The other highlight is the Fire Department stopped by, let the kids hop in the truck, and then they sprayed all the kids in the street with the big hose on top.  It was a riot.  Other great things you’ll see is the decorated bikes, dad race on kids bikes, etc.  All very Norman Rockwell but memories that will last for everyone for a special childhood.  We are just so blessed with our neighbors.  God Bless America and the freedom we’ve been given.

Here’s a picture of my niece Kimber and I.  It is fun to have family around especially when almost everyone lives back in Michigan.  Last check out the sign over our door.  My neighborhood got them all at the dollar store.  Do you see why they cost a dollar?