Ahoy!

 We spent our Independence Day with a family barbeque. On Monday, I finished my Wearing History sailor play suit. Although I haven't worn shorts in public since I was about 10, I really like these. They are high waist, wide leg and very comfortable. I admit, I was terrified of wearing shorts in public. A too-short skirt that reveals my knees makes me feel strange but once I got out in the world (and no one pointed and laughed) I felt pretty good! I may have to make a few more pairs before next summer.

The 4th was so much fun. Olivia got to hold her first sparklers and my sister and I felt pretty hard core pinching snap n' pops in our fingers. Oh yeah!

We kept cool in the kiddie pool and drank margaritas from a can cause we're classy ladies like that.

The highlight of the day was watching Rhys on a trampoline for the first time. He ran like those hilarious desert lizards, trying to not let their feet touch the ground.

The weather here has been so hot and dry that many cities had to cancel their public displays.Pj and I took the kids to a parking lot across the street from our house with a huge hill and a beautiful view. We sat on the hood of the car, watching the best fireworks display in the city. It was a beautiful evening.

  Outfit

Sailor play suit: made by me

1940's sweetheart brooch- ebay

Red 40's repro rug cutter wedges- Aris Allen

blue snood- mall accessory store