Wednesday, July 4, 2018

The 4th

Happy Independence Day! Celebrating our freedom! Such a great holiday! Parades! Fireworks! Food we normally don't eat! Seeing friends!

In our neighborhood, all the families will be outside having fun with their kids. We'll stroll out to spend some time with them as I love to watch them and hear their giggles. It is a bit foggy this morning and I don't think it is going to lift. The parade begins at noon on Main Street. Kids on decorated bikes, horses, marching bands, fancy cars, local groups all celebrating this special day.

One of the fires in our area is close to my sister's house and they are keeping a close eye on it. Rather scary. We hope it is under control soon.

My goal this morning is to make two large platters of baklava. Michael has promised some to so many people. His mom had a request so she comes first with the largest amount of it to share with the rest of the family in Knoxville. A Greek mechanic and a family who owns a deli are the other two he has promised a few pieces. My mom has requested just one. A large one, but just one.

After that, our day is our own. We will enjoy hot dogs and my favorite Lay's Potato Chips for lunch/dinner, both foods that are usually banned from our house. Michael also has some Blue Bunny Sundaes in the freezer.

A huge thank you to our forefathers for winning our country's independence!

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