Letters to Lyla and Lottie: Lyla's first 4th of July

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Sunday, August 8, 2010

Lyla's first 4th of July

Posted by Todd & Chelsea at 4:02 PM

The 4th came just one day after we got back from MX. Talk about jet lag! I insisted on doing the parade however, as it was Lyla's first Independence Day! I'd only had her dress for a month and her bow made on special order (I know, ridiculous). Lyla loved the parade. She lives for hustle and bustle. I was afraid the sirens would scare her (since the vacuum does) but she wasn't even phased. She screamed with excitement watching the kids chase the candy. I couldn't help but think that next year that'll be her! Crazy. After we went to the park and later went to the old stand by, Brads. That evening we ate homemade ice cream (we, minus me!) and watched the fireworks. Lyla gave them little attention but loved crawling around the grass with Addy. I'm grateful to live in American, especially after visiting another country.