I worked for weeks getting the porch ready for our 4th of July party. I put up colored lights along with some white lights, decorative flag lights and even some stars. We had the big Flag out front waving in the breeze, plus I put my two small Uncle Sam's out, one on the north side of the house, the other on the south side. Inside, we had two standing Uncle Sam's holding their flags proudly. The two dining tables had large flag bandanas on top with candles while the buffet table was covered in a blue and white check with a red,white and blue centerpiece.
We were decorated all right. The stereo was moved outside so we'd have music and we did have the variety. The mini bar was set up along with an ice chest so everyone could have their refreshments.
The grill was fired up for the burgers and hot dogs. Potato salad and Kidney Bean salad were staples along with chips. And off course we had a platter of sliced tomatoes, sliced onion, cheese slices and dill pickles for all the relish to put on those burgers.
It was a hot evening with little breeze so the big oscillating fan was put into use and made it bearable. But the main focus was the camaraderie with our guests. Only three weren't able to join us but we still had a good time eating, talking and later watching our own fireworks display.
Since it is so dry and of course, we didn't get any of the rain that day, it all went around us, so my daughter manned the water hose as my grandson fired off the rockets and fountains. Luckily we didn't have any fires or mishaps and had quite a showing.
Earlier in the day, my grandson came out early and we went to a fireworks stand so that I could buy a few that I wanted. So we ended up with a pretty good selection.
Since he had to go to work the next day and daughter had to head back home to Owasso, they had to leave around 10 PM, then two more of our friends left around 11 PM, but my good friends and neighbors next door stayed and we visited until almost 12:30.
Everyone had a good time and are looking forward to our next party at the new "party central". The screened in porch is kind of nice as we don't have to contend with the skeeters or gnats and usually there is a good breeze blowing through but if not, the fan seems to do a good job of making it comfortable.
And we all remembered why we were celebrating. It was the birth of our nation. So many people have forgotten the meaning of the 4th of July but we were not only celebrating the fireworks, but a birthday.
I waited a couple of days before taking down the Uncle Sam's. I enjoy having them up and will leave them as long as I can. They come out on every holiday, except Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas, so they will be back.
I hope you all had a great 4th of July as well.
Here are some of our party pictures:
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