We had a good Fourth of July here in Humboldt. As soon as we got up Phil headed outside to wash the cars, he has them both clean and shiny and beautiful. I goofed around doing some watercolors on the deck. It wasn't until later in the day we realized we missed the pancake breakfast and antique car show at the fairgrounds!!
I made a covered dish for both parties we were heading to, and then got dressed and RESTED, still tired from the surgery. We headed to Candis's house, she always has a nice party under the big trees in her yard. It was hot yesterday, but a cool breeze in the shade of those trees made it quite pleasant. Brenda and her mom were there when we showed up and other people came over the next hour. Candis had games for the kids, her Dad was there with a big tall hat, they are nice people. Marilyn came, then Judy and Bill with their daughter and grandchildren. Got some great photos of everyone. I drank my water while everyone chowed down on Made Rites, all kinds of salads and great looking deserts. Everyone felt sorry for me, but I told them I had to just make up my mind it wouldn't bother me---what else can I do---I have chosen the "impossible to cheat" diet and I'm all the better for it!
We stayed at Candis's until about 5:50 then headed over to the Neilson's who live behind us. They were finished eating and we had a nice visit with the group there. Before we knew it time came to get into our chairs and watch the parade. Marilyn came over to watch it with us. We always enjoy the parade, but the Republican Woman's elephant that blows bubbles was NOT in the parade!!! How disappointed I was! There were fire trucks with blaring horns and sirens, horses, tractors, old cars, floats and marching bands, so really, what else can you ask for??
When the parade was over I felt tired. We had two hours until the fireworks, but I didn't make it, had to lie down, fell asleep right away and heard the booms in my dreams.
Another good Fourth of July---wish my girls could have been here to see it with us.
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