"Come out Boomcrackers!"

Happy Fourth of July everyone. We had a fun day and I am cracking up because that is what Jack said all day yesterday. He calls fireworks "boomcrackers" and as it was getting dark and we were waiting he kept saying, "come out boomcrackers." It was pretty cute. Molly wasn't sure about the fireworks and reached for "hold Daddy" when the first big ones went off. Needless to say, Jeff was thrilled that she was a little bit scared. I am not lying when I say she has NEVER done that before. We spent the day at home getting ready for our BBQ and swimming in the pool. We have a quick-set pool on the deck that the kids love. It is just big enough for all of us but a good start for them. The amazing thing (to me anyway) is that when we go to the big pool, they both swim with floaties (the arm ones). Molly is actually more relaxed at it than Jack. I guess she is still at the no fear age. Anyway, I thought she was too little for them but she isn't . She does fine with them and it content to float around the pool saying "kick, kick, kick." The only thing isn't real fond of is the ear plugs she has to wear because of the tubes in her ears, but if we distract her she seems to forget about them for a while. Anyhow, I hope everyone had a great holiday and birthday (Jeanne).........