Independence Day

We had a little normalcy celebrating the 4th of July and even got to see some extended family. But first, we enjoyed a slow morning, and some cream of wheat. 

I think this was Miles' bowl.  

We also got to celebrate with a firework cookie kit made by my dear friend. They are always loads of fun for everyone. 

Max is quite meticulous when decorating cookies but then he is also usually the first to eat them too, haha!

These are mine. 

Miles'

Apparently, Charlie was missing during this activity? Not exactly sure where he was. 

There is sometimes extra frosting, so the decorating continues once the cookies are gone.

We then made our way to my aunt and uncles house for a BBQ, swim time, s'mores and fireworks. The water was too cold for me but Max braved it with the boys. 

And for some reason, my boys brought robes instead of coats. I guess it was cozy after a cold swim. They enjoyed the firework time and naturally fought over who was lighting the next firework. 

I think these are the only fireworks Edwin likes. 

Until a spark nearly got his toes. 

It was pretty majestical when the moon came out, however my phone didn't do it justice. 

My cousin took this photo of Edwin and I laughed so hard because...

Last year I took this photo of Edwin. I didn't realize he was wearing the same shirt. And it's just funny that he really isn't a big fan of fireworks. 

 Anyway, this was probably our most normal holiday this year and we still took safety precautions and celebrated everything outdoors. This looks like it may be our most normal holiday for all of 2020 as Thanksgiving and Christmas are nearing and with a newborn and Covid, we will probably just be hanging out at home.