I'm alive and here's proof, 4th of July happenings.

I have been absent for quite a while. I think I needed a break from the blog world, but now I'm back and ready to post the summer happenings of the DeCoursey's. I am looking forward to catching up on all of your blogs as well.

So, we had a GREAT time this year! We hopped the boarder and spent the day and having a blast in Coeur d'Alene Idaho. We got there early to get a good spot. Which we ended up moving from because someone set up a volleyball court next to us and we were the out of bounds area. After almost having our grill knocked over for about the 4th time, we decided to relocate. We found a safe haven among the trees. Not to mention, a lot more shade.

We had planned to have breakfast, lunch, and dinner in the park. I found this really cool looking pancake product that looked interesting. It was a gamble, but it was on sale so I thought why not. It was a total FAIL. Horrible tasting and the consistency was mostly air, does not a good pancake make. After a few tries and tastes we threw it out.

For lunch we enjoyed burgers and all of the sides. The night before we made potato salad, deviled eggs, fruit salad, pretzel salad, and doctored up the beans to be ready for the grill. We also had a variety of chips and dip and of course, watermelon. In the evening we cooked riblets. Roasted marshmallows rounded everything out.
Before we ate we watched the parade. It was a hometown affair so nothing very fancy, but a lot of pride. I think Jeff is going to write about it in more detail, so I'll leave it there.

The lake was beautiful and felt great. We swam for over 2 hours. I think I could have stayed longer, but the girls were getting hungry again.
There was live music and we were right next to a huge playground. The street bordering the park and lake was pristine. The houses were immaculate and full of character. The funny thing was that not many of the owners seemed to be home. I think it's kind of a waste of a house like that. I would have a big party if I owned one and you all would be invited too.

The day played on and turned into evening. A slight breeze was blowing and it was just right. We found the perfect spot on the boardwalk to watch the fireworks. I don't know about you, but I always get misty eyed when I watch fireworks on the 4th of July. I love my country and the colorful loud explosions seem to accurately convey my emotions for the U.S.A.

With the exception of the ridiculous amount of time it took us to get home afterwards, it was the perfect day.

God bless America. Land that I love.