4th of July as it's Meant to Be
Happy Independence Day!! The 4th of July has never been my favorite holiday... I mean, it doesn't even fall into the Top 3. That said, I am so grateful for the country we live in, and I am grateful to be able to celebrate it with the people I love the most. This year was a particularly typical American 4th. I mean, seriously - grilling, fireworks in the driveway, a local fair (plus some beer and white claw)... it doesn't really get more typical than that. But it was the best . A perfect day with a happy family in the beautiful Minnesota summer. My kids are such happy kids and are thrilled with the little things. When they get to go down a glorified slide and when they have just done "the best thing ever!". Even when we get these teeny, tiny fireworks that like sparkle for a hot minute, they are in awe. They are absolutely precious and I am so lucky to get to experience their joy every day, but especially on days like today. (Bennett with the mini poppers he f
