This year was one for the books!
Long ago, in a far away, kidless land, we spent Fourth of July holidays at The Clayton's apartment on Dexter watching fireworks on Lake Union. Much has changed since then - the most significant being a missed sense of festivity on the 4th.
But this year we finally felt back in the spirit with a delightful weekend of neighborhood celebrations, and a trip to Alderbrook for the Thunder on the Canal firework show!
The idea to head to Alderbook was on a whim, just weeks before the holiday weekend, so the fact that we scored a room was impressive.
We had such a blast (and we've already booked for next year!)
The resort usually celebrates on the 3rd (as was the case this year) and the day is chalked full of fun: activities for the kids on the cottage lawn, a band, food and drinks galore, and an amazing firework show to cap the night off right.
We lucked out with a room that faced the water, so the boys were able to sleep while Kevin, Abigail, and I cozied up on the deck for the big show. Abigail could hardly keep her eyes open, but she was impressed none the less :)
Monday morning, we participated in the 4th of July day parade complete with goodies for the kids, Uncle Sam and a marching band to lead the way, and a few Gates family members celebrating with us on the front lawn (namely Bill and Bill Sr!)
Here are some pictures from the weekend:
I am so happy we did this. I love the idea of coming back each year with the kids for the 4th, and I hope it's a tradition that sticks.
I hope everyone enjoyed the holiday weekend.
Happy Fourth of July!
Long ago, in a far away, kidless land, we spent Fourth of July holidays at The Clayton's apartment on Dexter watching fireworks on Lake Union. Much has changed since then - the most significant being a missed sense of festivity on the 4th.
But this year we finally felt back in the spirit with a delightful weekend of neighborhood celebrations, and a trip to Alderbrook for the Thunder on the Canal firework show!
The idea to head to Alderbook was on a whim, just weeks before the holiday weekend, so the fact that we scored a room was impressive.
We had such a blast (and we've already booked for next year!)
The resort usually celebrates on the 3rd (as was the case this year) and the day is chalked full of fun: activities for the kids on the cottage lawn, a band, food and drinks galore, and an amazing firework show to cap the night off right.
We lucked out with a room that faced the water, so the boys were able to sleep while Kevin, Abigail, and I cozied up on the deck for the big show. Abigail could hardly keep her eyes open, but she was impressed none the less :)
Monday morning, we participated in the 4th of July day parade complete with goodies for the kids, Uncle Sam and a marching band to lead the way, and a few Gates family members celebrating with us on the front lawn (namely Bill and Bill Sr!)
Here are some pictures from the weekend:
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| Quickly decorated and out the door! |
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| Neighborhood bike parade |
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| Ben's birthday buddy, Clark (born on the same day, different hospitals) |
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| Finally at the front of the 2 hour snow cone line! |
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| Ferry to Alderbook (and I believe B's first time!) |
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| Waving bye to Seattle |
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| Hanging out in the Galley. Obis ;) |
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| Arrived at Alderbook! The view from our room (fireworks were on a barge straight in-front of us) |
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| A break for nap time |
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| Abigail, aka Ariel ;) |
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| Benny and I strolling the dock |
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| Party time |
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| My wingman |
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| The morning of the 4th. Pre-parade |
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| Badminton on the cottage lawn (action shot!) ;) |
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| Uncle Sam! |
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| Daddy and G, walking in the parade |
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| Abigail holding up the old ladies, too busy watching the band :) |
I am so happy we did this. I love the idea of coming back each year with the kids for the 4th, and I hope it's a tradition that sticks.
I hope everyone enjoyed the holiday weekend.
Happy Fourth of July!
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