The neighbors gathered to celebrate the birthday of our country. We’ve done it every year for 11 years, and this was one of the very best. Everyone was here and ready to party. It was special for me because daughter Lise decorated the porch, the kitchen, and the dining room. She had flags, holiday towels, a big helium balloon, and a hanging streamer. Everyone brought a dish to share, and the food was delicious.
It had been very hot most of the week, and we opted to eat at the dining room table instead of on the porch. I liked that, since we had one conversation instead of several at separate tables on the porch. I usually take photos, but Lise did it this time. She will share with me, though she isn’t here right now. She and Shawn have gone to the next town to see fireworks.
Everyone’s favorite, Logan, was working at the supermarket and couldn’t come to eat until after we finished. Being 16 years old, he greeted everyone politely, ate, and went to be with his friends.
The group chatted longer than usual, then we said our goodbyes to Joyce. She has sold her house and is moving to be near her daughter, son-in-law, and two granddaughters. We are very happy for her but sad to see her go.
Mehrling Muse 
A wonderful evening with friends and family. ♥
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How lovely you can spend time with family and friends. Wait, did you say Logan was 16?? Time does fly past.
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Logan’s 16th birthday was last month.
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So nice to know that you enjoyed the July 4th celebration Anne. Can’t believe Logan is sixteen now, a young man. Watched him grow through your blog.🥰
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Logan was fun to watch.
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Happy 4th of July to you and your family!
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Thank you.
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I’m always sad when I lose good neighbors. We too are moving our picnic dinner inside today. It’s still hot here although less hot than yesterday.
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We enjoy the AC, too.
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I always enjoy the little slice of Americana that accompanies your posts, Anne. It sounds like a Norman Rockwell painting.
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I’m glad you had a nice celebration with family and friends. xo
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It sounds like a wonderful time was had, I know the 4th is a big deal in the USA
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Yes, we all had a great time together.
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Happy belsyedfourth of July Ann.it sounds like you had an other very good one 🇺🇸
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I wonder who your new neighbour/s will be once Joyce move🤔
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We will wait and see.
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I always think it’s nice how you gather with neighbors … that’s sad about Joyce moving away. Next 4th of July you should FaceTime with her on the 4th of July from your potluck set-up to let her know you all are thinking about her.
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Great idea!
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