Happy 4th!

The fourth of July brought a busy weekend for my husband and I. On the third we spent the day at my family's cabin, enjoying the pond and all it had to offer. Ben was able to fish and my Dad was able to try out his new boat (complete with hook). He caught a large catfish with it. It was so large that it pulled the poor boat all around the pond, the only way for my Dad to get it was for him to get out our paddle boat and chase it down. Ben and I also caught some fish, the traditional way, with a line and pole. I caught three bluegills and Ben caught an assortment of fish.
It was a hot day at the pond so several men enjoyed the cool and warm waters of it. My brother, dad and Ben all enjoyed it. So much so, they took a jump off our dock into the deep murky water to come up smiling and refreshed. My mom on the other hand decided it was good to lay in a blow up boat and float joyfully around the pond. I took a spin in the paddle boat with my husband. I took time taking pictures of the pond and the outside of cabin to show other family members.
Next to water activities, my older brother, Trevor's girlfriend brought badminton and we played several practice games and one real game. The game got so competitive Ben took another dip in the pond in efforts to get the birdie over the net. Unfortunately the ball did not get over and we called it quits.

No fourth of July event is complete without fireworks. Again the boys took charge, blowing off as many of the assorted fireworks as they could. We had noise makers and fountains that seemed to last forever. It was fun to hear all the sounds and look at all the brilliant colors. It was a pretty good display, despite the long length of it.

On the fourth we went to Ben's family's house to enjoy good food and family we had not seen in a little bit. We had a relaxing time there. Ben and I got really full on lots of excellent food. We  played ladder ball with his family. We also got to spend a little time with all our nephews. Each one growing into cute little boys and cute little personalities. All in all a eventful, tiring weekend.

I only did some hooking in between events, in the car. I was able to finish the yellow and am now working on the blue. I hope to finish this blanket very soon! I admit it seems to be taking WAY to long to complete. What are you guys working on? Anything more exciting? I realize summer is a busy time, but sometimes its good to "break" and crochet a little bit. Well it was nice seeing you all again, take care.