Make a Memory

Boom! boom! BOOM! Why can't every day end with a fireworks show? I am so fortunate to live where I live because we have some of the best fireworks in the nation. We kicked off 4th of July a bit early on the 1st with South River fireworks. Josh and Jason came over to watch with us as both Josh and I were mommy-less for the night. I was so enthralled with the fireworks that I kept pointing at them and saying "boom!"

Saturday the 3rd we headed to Red Bank to celebrate with the Platko's. It was one year ago today that I met Josh sitting on a blanket under a tree waiting for the fireworks to start. It was a great afternoon hanging out together, followed by an awesome evening full of making memories under a sky full of "booms"! Although the songs weren't the most patriotic...for instance "Let's Make a Memory" is not really in line with how great our Country is, it sure is a fitting title for this entry. I can't wait for next year. It's amazing how much changes in a year:

We headed to the beach bright and early on the 4th to get a good spot. I got to "pet" a fish that had been caught by a fisherman who explained all the parts of the fish to me. He ended up throwing the fish back in the water; why would you do such a thing? My mommy finally introduced daddy and I to Surf Taco...best surfer joint ever! I think that may have to become a weekend ritual! I even got a bumper sticker for my wagon.

On Monday we spent the morning with Frank who never ceases to amaze me or make me smile. Leave it to Frank to make me look amazing! And what would a holiday weekend be without a BBQ! We wrapped up the nice long weekend with a dip in the Platko pool and hot dogs.