the 4th

Charlotte was so excited about the 4th of July.  She remembers the fireworks from last year and she likes to watch the videos of the fireworks last year.  So, when the day finally rolled around this year, she was beside herself.  We started the morning with a parade in our town.  It was a typical small town parade with fire trucks and homemade floats.  However, it was just enough and just the right amount of time to hold Charlotte's attention.  This was the first parade she had been to and she as excited to share the experience with her cousin.

Then we set up camp to watch a fireworks show.  I love this first picture of her taking it all in before it started.  Then, the pictures of her watching the show are priceless.  You can tell from her body language that she was having the time of her life!  I think this little girl is going to love fireworks as much as her mama!