July 4, 2010: Independence Day

Independence Day was a little different this year: no parades, no fireworks, no selling jewelry at the Freedom Festival. Instead we walked around and actually enjoyed the Freedom Festival, spent time with Mark's family, and played with Bailey which all beat any parade, fireworks, or selling jewelry. Mark had quite a bit of time off of work and stayed home with us relaxing over the holiday weekend.

On Sunday we had our usual Sunday dinner at Mark's grandpa's house. I just love Bailey's 4th of July outfit, my cousin Lindsay gave it to us at a family baby shower.

Bailey: 2 Months

Bailey and Mark taking a nap

On Monday we met up with Mark's family at a ranch in Alpine. We basically sat around and enjoyed the scenery, watched the kids play, and finished up the day with great food and games.

 It kinda looks like they're praying.

 This girl makes us laugh! Silly Alayna

 I love 4th of July desserts! Mini cheesecakes like a flag, sadly the powdered sugar melted on the strawberries for the white stripes.

Dear Bailey,

You are one funny little girl. We’ve had some trouble lately feeding you with a bottle. You just seem to want to play with it in your mouth and discover the world around you. The most frustrating is when you start to drink and then look up at us, you realize it’s your mom and dad and smile with milk drooling all over your chin - frustrating but absolutely adorable.

Love you,

Mom