Fourth of July Fun!
We got a flier in the mail for TNT Fireworks – coupon and all! Jeff’s been studying up on what he wanted to buy and couldn’t wait to go “shopping”! We went to the booth by Nob Hill run by Notre Dame High School. We set a limit to $50.. i think we went a little over our budget. But its for a good cause, right?
After we bought some fireworks we decided to go on a hike to Toro Park. Again what a beautiful day! So lucky! As we were leaving the house, Butters was saying bye to us in the window! You can see we’ve put out our flag we bought for Memorial Day weekend. Getting use of it!
We picked a weird trail that was a little steep and close to the highway. But i liked being up high and in the golden hills.
Me and my belly… looking a little plump.
Cool trees.
This one split in half!
Here are some Scottish men we found on our hike! I think they’re promotional for the Scottish Games Festival happening at the park in a few weeks.
I was reminiscing about those red, white, and blue popsicles i used to eat when i was a kid and since it was hot out i thought it’d be the perfect treat after our hike. We stopped by the local convenience store and they had some for sale! Made our mouths are purple in the end!
We got home and Jeff couldn’t wait till it got dark. He set off some fireworks while it was still a little light out as you can see! He found some glowsticks to tide-him over meanwhile.
The neighborhood behind us (ghetto neighborhood that is) always has a bunch of parties and illegal fireworks display. We took a walk to get a better view. I only got a few good photos but they put on a great show! We ran into our friend Lisa and Jeremy and their 3 kids. Jeff gave them his glowstick headband – luckily there were 3 pieces to it to break apart.
After the “show” we walked back home and did our own fireworks!
I love taking photos of fireworks with the DSLR – controlling the shutter speed – its so fun.
Fountains of light!
Starburst explosions!
This isn’t the greatest picture but it shows Butters and I are looking on from the safety of the dining room – behind the sliding glass door! I am surprised that Butter’s isn’t the least bit scared from the loud noises of the fireworks. He looks interested, doesn’t he?