Hypocrite

Hypocrite

Stamping down her feet, she balls her fists of fury.

Standing on her soapbox, becoming judge and jury.

Never letting go of any slights or injuries,

Holding tight to grudges, vengeance all she sees.

But her rants ring false, herself she's made a fool,

For she has forgotten the important Golden Rule.

Wrapped up in herself, her past her main concern.

Lessons that were taught, were never really learned.

How can you state the worst is yours alone to claim~

When those who care for you, receive nothing but the same?

Booms and Blooms

We had an awesome 4th this year. Good times, good food, and big booms. We had an old fashioned 4th of July during the day. We visited Missouri Town, and enjoyed all the sights and sounds. The kids just love it there. They really enjoyed the firing squad. The gun fire was so loud, it made them jump every time. Brendan was so funny, his eyes would become enormous. He would laugh afterwards at himself for being so jumpy.



After Missouri Town, we came home and had a huge cookout. Burt made his famous grilled Italian sausages with peppers. YUM~ They were sooooo good! He is the best griller. McKenna contributed her famous fruit kabobs. She loves making them, and loves eating them more. Ashton went to St. Louis recently for her boyfriend's family reunion. She brought Brendan home this crazy potato head guy that grows grass for hair. Brendan loved it! He insisted on having him as part of our 4th of July tablescape. LoL He was so proud of his Super Grass Head Guy!



We then loaded up and headed to the fireworks up in town. Our little town was just a haze of smoke with all the people setting off their own fireworks. Some of them were really impressive. The city's fireworks were awesome. The kids loved them. We sat on a blanket at the park and watched the whole show. My baby grandson was in awe of the light show.



On the 5th we went to Powell Gardens for their Booms and Blooms. The Lee Summit Symphony played as the fireworks went off. It was an incredible display over the lake. We sat out on our blanket and enjoyed the good music and fun sights. Brendan was super impressed when the symphony played the Indiana Jones theme. lol



So between the quaint atmosphere of our town firework display, and the spectacular display at the gardens, we are good until next Fourth of July. Hope you all had a happy, safe, and fun 4th.

Our New Puppy Lilly

We went and bought the kids a new Boston Terrier puppy. We are a Boston family, and really missed having one. Her name is Lilly Belle. The kids love her. She has melted everyone's heart, and is a wonderful addition to our family. Bostons make such great pets for kids. They really love children, and were bred solely to be companion animals. Since they were bred to be companions, their personalities are so great.

Into The Garden We Go

All of us headed out to Powell Gardens this weekend. We had alot of fun. Lots of beautiful flowers. They were having an African statue exhibit. The display is called "Chapungu: Nature, Man & Myth". There were over 50 statues placed throughout the garden. McKenna and Brendan had a great deal of fun finding the statues. My favorite one was of the giraffes. I LOVE giraffes. If you ever go to Powell Gardens in Missouri, there is alot of ground to cover. They do offer a trolley, which Brendan loves to ride. By the time we reached the far end of the gardens, we all were ready to ride the trolley back. Powell Gardens is one of our favorite places. They have made it even better with the new Butterfly Garden and water fountain. The kids got to cool off with snow cones, and a run through the fountain. We can't wait to go back for the fourth for the fireworks.

Living in the Country

One great thing about living in the country is having your own pond. Skating in the winter, and swimming in the summer.

Giggle for Today

My Backyard

The kids and Burt love hiking in the backyard. They have many adventures exploring the forest.

How did you get up there?

Waiting for a Prince's Kiss?

Tree Elf