Celebrating the 4th on the 5th

Well before leaving to visit my friends in Jersey I added their hometown to my 'favorites' list on the weather app on my phone.  Just to be prepared. Other people do that too, right?

Okay, anyways prior to even boarding the plane I had seen that there was a pretty significant chance of rain on the 4th.  Thumbs down.  It turns out that while meteorologists may only get the weather right half the time, Hurricane Arthur wouldn't be deterred.  Damn him.

Just to spite the rain we packed up and headed to Dan's brother's house anyway!  It took two cars to get all the gear, food, drinks and dogs down there. 

Mmm, pie!

Obligatory red, white and blue food.

The rain finally quit late afternoon, but the fireworks had already been moved to Friday.  And it honestly worked out for the best!  It was a beautiful day!

Practically perfect, actually.  

Hot roddin'!

Yep.  This didn't suck.

PSA: In that red cup there, one of the tastiest margaritas I've ever had!  My friend Laura perfected this recipe before I got to town.  We made one EPIC modification, pureed strawberries.  Just do it!

While floating in the pool drinking Laura's dog Sailor went from a position on the pool deck much like this...

 

To this in nothing short of a millisecond!  It should be noted that I successfully handed off my margarita, without spilling a drop mind you, after I was pounced on!  Then Laura snapped that gem of a pic.

Sailor, the floating silver Labrador.

We finally lost the sun, but were treated with a pretty fantastic sunset over the water.  All the boats... they're just biding for the fireworks to start.  Nothing like a front row seat for the show!

Did you get to watch fireworks on Independence Day?  Or like me, did Mother Nature have other plans for you?

Happy Birthday America!

Morning!  Up and at 'em on a holiday... I've already gotten a few chores done this morning (including my 30 Day Shred workout) and this evening we're headed out to a cookout with some friends!  I'm gonna make Texas Caviar, Tequila Soaked Watermelon and Chocolate Thin Mint Ice Cream to take with us because I can't just pick one!

The weather here has been really dry and brutally hot for so early in the summer.  Many surrounding towns have chosen to cancel their firework displays rather than risk having an accident, but just in case we miss out this year I can always check out this amazing shot my friend took last night!  It's beautiful!  Happy Birthday America!