The 7th of July

Kent and Kim have a 4th of July party every year. They invite all of thier friends for food, fun, and socializing. Of course, we couldn't go up there without horseback riding as well. Here are some photos Mike took of the horseback riding events:

Waiting for the bridle (I'm not comfortable saddling yet):


Isn't she sweet??


Lady and Jen:


Kim getting the saddle on Lady:


Everyone waiting to ride:


Jen riding:


Take the photo already...:


I was the 'trail boss' making sure everyone stayed in line:


Or was I the trail-behind...because that's what Lady likes to do!:


Waiting for the next set of riders:


Across the pasture:


My neice Emily riding for the first time by herself:

Video of the ride:


After dark, it was time for the show. We tried sitting down with everyone else to watch the show but it was hot and the fallout was getting on my nerves. So Mike and I went up to the pool and hung out. Here is Mike during the show:


The fireworks Grand Finale:


We spent another hour or so in the pool just lying there looking at the stars. It was fantastic!

Well, Sunday is cleaning day so I had better get to it.

C'ya!