Fourth of July

For the second year in a row, we started the Fourth early early by heading out to Peachtree Street to cheer on the runners in the road race.  Unfortunately, we didn't stay as long as last year or manage to get any photos because it was raining steadily the whole time!  The kids lasted about an hour in good spirits before all were too wet and chilly.  Still a fun festive way to start the holiday.  Here they are at least in their patriotic gear.  Ezra started willingly enough (though no smile),

 

but by the end of the photo series was quite eager to get away from the hands of his big siblings, ha!

 

Then in the afternoon we joined our friends the Wests across the street for a cookout.  Complete with mural painting,

sparklers,

and our very own firecrackers.  Perfect.