Coral reef update: I finally got around to pampering myself a little bit on Friday by getting a much-needed pedicure. That eve Marcus and I made our way down to Yankee Doodle Pops to enjoy some outdoor music and fireworks to kick off our long 4th of July weekend. On Saturday we headed down to Sun Valley Lake with a few friends to partake in all that summer is about – sun, water and the outdoors. After we returned on Sunday we celebrated Mack’s official birthday with grilled cheese and strawberry cake – both hit the spot! I finished off my patriotic 3-day weekend by joining Sidney at her first parade in Urbandale. After such a full weekend it’s no wonder that I’m already tucked in under the covers and it’s only 7:45 p.m.

Yankee Doodle Pops

Sun Valley Lake

Mack's B-day

Sid's First Fourth