A Fabulous Fourth with the Fitzgerald's

We always have the best time when we take off to Monroe.  This holiday was no different. We drove to Kyndall and Blake's on Wednesday night to break up the trip.  We all enjoyed extra snuggles from sweet baby Evie.

Thursday, we were off early and got to Amie and Poppy's around lunchtime.  The first thing the kiddos wanted to do was to go down to the dock and feed the fish and turtles.  I have to admit, I get a little anxious when they're close to the bayou.  My fear of alligators, snakes, or any wild  thing getting to close to them makes me extra, extra cautious. Thankfully, they understand that they aren't supposed to be anywhere near the water without an adult.

Thursday night, we went to watch one of Sam Wyatt's baseball games.  He did great!  Reese, Brooks, and Charlie Claire loved playing in the dirt, eating popcorn, sucking on ring pops, and playing with the other kiddos.  Needless to say, this mama couldn't wait to give them a bath that night.

Friday morning, we enjoyed sleeping in until 7:30 and then went down to the dock for a little fishing. Matt caught a tiny brim, and Reese wanted to hold it. (I was SHOCKED...and really proud of her!)  We went swimming that afternoon with all the kids and then Reese and Brooks crashed as soon as we ate lunch and got back to Amie and Poppy's. That night, we went over to Jack and Emily's for pizza and to let the kids run wild.  Charlie Claire and Reese LOVE to dress up.  It was the finest fashion show I've ever been to. ;)

Saturday was our big day to celebrate the 4th!!  Larry cooked ribs, hot dogs for the kids, and we had tons of delicious sides. Then to top it off...dessert consisted of peach and blueberry cobblers, chocolate brownies, blueberry and strawberry cheesecakes, cookies, and anything else you can imagine.  We had such a great time celebrating with family.

Saturday night, we went back over to Jack and Emily's for fireworks. It was a late night for our kiddos, but we had so much fun. We got up and left to drive home on Sunday morning.  I'm so thankful for a wonderful and safe holiday with our LA family.  We sure do love them!!!