Sunday, July 5, 2009

Let Freedom Ring


Annual Family Gathering on July 4th

I observed the holiday by participating in a tradition that I have taken part in as far back as I can remember... I spent the day with my larger family at our annual July 4th picnic in the park. This year, my granddaughter (who was sleeping most of the time) was introduced to the family and tradition, along with my son-in-law. My grandson made his third appearance at this yearly event and my wife was the photographer this time. My daughter was there but, she forgot to bring her camera. The weather was beautiful and everyone had a good time. We hope that you and yours enjoyed the holiday too.







Footnote: There was another large family celebrating the holiday at the park as well. Late in the afternoon, we decided to engage them in a "friendly" game of touch football and I'm happy to report that MY family won-lololol!!!

24 comments:

RainaHavock said...

First! Woohoo! Sorry I always wanted to do that. XD I did the same thing. I spent the holiday with my family too.

Swaggie said...

Nice!

Toni said...

Glad you and your family had a nice time Keith!

Angie B. said...

I spent the day in the park too!
It was a nice day for a change.

Sunflower said...

Good for you Keith, That's the way to enjoy life!!

Cheryl said...

Beautiful family and beautiful photos Keith! Glad you had a nice day!

Brenda said...

It's great to be able to have nice things like that with your family.
Happy for you Keith!

Sean said...

Sounds like it was a winner fam!

Strongblkwmn said...

There's nothing better than spending time with family.

Lisa said...

@echoing StrongBlkwoman-Amen to that!

Halo said...

Good for you Keith!

Vanessa said...

Glad you had a nice holiday Keith!

Jazzy said...

Nice Fam!

James Perkins said...

Looks like you had a nice time!

Simon Bastion said...

I went to a fish fry last night...enjoyed the fireworks!

Tate2 said...

I was up at Penn's Landing, enjoying the cool breeze and the fireworks.

Captain Jack said...

Looks like you had a lovely holiday
Keith,Happy for you.

clnmike said...

Looks like fun, hop you had a great holiday.

Shorty said...

Wow, how fun was that? Looks like you guys had a great time. My family hasn't had a reunion in several years... we are all spread out too far across the U.S., I guess. Love the photos you shared!

Mizrepresent said...

Looks like great fun Keith, so glad you enjoyed!

Anonymous said...

Happy 4th hun....looks like one big happy family. My holiday was wonderful...didnt take pics but the whole day was smashing...

OG, The Original Glamazon said...

Man isn't family great!

-OG

Kofi Bofah said...

Just floating past to see what's good...

ShellyShell said...

Looks like you had a great time with your family Keith!




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