A belated 4th...

We moved on the weekend of July 4th.

No matter what anyone tells you, moving is exhausting.

The three day weekend proved to be a the perfect time to pack, haul and move across town.

So that Monday off was critical! And on Sunday we were able to finally sit back and enjoy our independence from moving trucks, packing tape, and boxes and celebrate our nation's independence too!
Our very good friends, and now new neighbors, invited us over for 4th of July BBQ. In full disclosure it is probably the first time I have ever gone to someone's house for a meal/party/celebration without bringing something, but with the exception of ice cubes, and some beerwe were saving for later, I had nothing to share. Not to worry - we were well fed and imbibed. Yum! Real coconut pina coladas. I'm not a fan of coconut, like at all, and these were pretty damn good!


BBQ'd sliders with a toppings bar? Uhm, hello Summer! I am officially in food heaven. These were delicious and we all enjoyed eating them, a lot!


That's me in the background - can you tell how happy I am over the bacon/swiss/sliders? Glee!


After dinner we managed to climb up, feeling very full, to our roof for the most spectacular fireworks show I can remember ever seeing. The neighborhood effort definitely rivaled the National show. It was like a welcome party just for us!

Our friends taking in the view!



We can't wait to celebrate more!