Red, White and Beach

Happy 4th of July!!

My BFF Avery invited us to her Grammy's beach house for the holiday weekend. As always, we had a wonderful time with Avery, Evan, Amy, Big Jim and their families.

While we had fun, the weather was not the best. Since Avery and I always have a blast together, it didn't matter to us that the sky was gray.

If you are ever faced with a weekend at the beach on the 4th of July and the forecast isn't perfect, here are some ways to entertain yourself!


Don't let the weather dissuade you from marching in the Independence Day parade. Try to use waterproof decorations on your wagon. Don't skimp here - fill the wagon with as many festive items as you can. This will keep your mind off of the fact that you can't go swimming in the ocean.


No sunscreen application needed for a rainy day!! Just jump in the wagon and let your driver guide you through the town!










Be proud when everyone looks at your wagon. You worked hard on it - show it off!!

Oh, and don't forget to have your pug escort walk behind you. She will let you know if it starts to rain by snorting a sigh of relief from the heat.


When the parade ends, celebrate the fact that the sky didn't open up by enjoying a red, white and blue popsicle.










Popsicles are always better when shared with your BFF and future husband!



If you're worried about your hair getting wet in the rain, wear a crazy helmet with star ears.


Refrain from following the cute duckie into the water. The water will be cold on a day like today.


While you're waiting for the Independence Day BBQ, stay dry by playing with a scooter on a roofed porch.


Entertain everyone by showing off your new found hula hoop skills.


Hitch a ride around the huge porch with your BFF.


Stay up late and enjoy the fireworks with your family and friends. Don't forget to cover your ears so that they aren't too loud.

When it's time to go back to Grammy's house, smile and be happy about the fact that you didn't let the rain rain on your parade!!


Wake up refreshed the next morning because you slept in your brand new princess bed!! Having fun on a gray day at the beach can be exhausting!!!







Be nice and share your princess bed with your friends!


Lastly, make your daddy proud by not allowing your future husband into the princess bed with you.

Thanks again to Avery, Evan, Big Jim, Amy, Grammy, Grampy, Nana Pam and Kieran for a super fun 4th of July!!