:: 4th of July....a bit late ::

mostly because this picture had to be noted...

i cannot even get over the cuteness happening here.  

the fourth was a fabulous holiday this year.  lots of friends, lots of sweating, lots of food.  multiple parties happened on our street, some of the best margaritas were happening at burt's house, complimented perfectly with a bit of pool time.  then we hosted a impromptu, mini-party at the house later in the evening, complete with sparklers, on which kyle burnt his hand to a bubbling blister.  pork tenderloin was rubbed down and grilled and topped with bacon jam.  flag cupcakes were made and consumed.  and yes, of course, lots of queso.  the night ended with a drumming lesson from kyle for a few of the kiddos while watching the fireworks on the TV ((not as legit as the real thing, but maybe Jane can stay awake later next year and we will can see them)).  

***cannot get over that this was stella last year!  my, how my baby has grown.  seeing her holding that new baby jane just makes me want to have a million children.  can time please stop ((heavy sigh)) ***