Neighborhood Birthday Party

The 4th of July festivities have begun! Today was our annual neighborhood BBQ and party. We always have it on our cul-de-sac, and so my neighbors and I are the ones who get to arrange everything. It is always so fun to see our planning come to life, as everyone shows up and has a great time for a few hours!

We stated off with the bike parade, led by Bro. Lepak on his 4-wheeler.

There were lots of hamburgers, hotdogs, and delicious sides. Later in the evening we had snow cones and mini soft-serve ice cream cones. The kids stayed busy with the bounce house obstacle course, relay games, and water balloons.

best friends Izzy and Elizabeth

As we started the evening, we had a prayer on the food. Right after, before everyone scattered to get their food, Ryan walked up with a HUGE cake and everyone started singing Happy Birthday to me! So I guess they all figured out that I was really planning my own birthday party ;)

As far as the rest of my birthday goes, my main present is the new fireplace. It's not quite done, but the built-in shelves and cabinets were just completed yesterday! I also got a new camera bag that doubles as a purse, which I am SO excited to use for our upcoming Disneyland trip!