Happy Fourth of July!  This usually marks the beginning of the Seattle summer.  However, this year the weather has been hot and sunny for days, so it is going to be an amazing holiday. I don’t usually wear red, white and blue or nautical stripes-but I loved this hat!  Great for a long day in the sun or on the boat. We are headed to a family party complete with a dunk tank, sack races, a cannonball contest, and family tug-of-war.  I predict a Team Thomas victory.  With my sweet hat, how could we lose?

Last minute panic on food?  No worries, I’ve got you covered.

Main Attraction:

• Best-Ever Barbecued Ribs

Sides:

• Hawaiian Macaroni Salad
• Charred Corn Salad

Desserts:

• Pear Crisps
• Pazookie [cookie in a jar]
• Upgraded S’mores

An easy cocktail:

• A Flip

P.S.  I have found my summer anthem.  Oh, my goodness…it is so great.  I dare you to listen to it and not smile!  Makes me want to wear cut offs, swim in a river, and take a long drive on a country road.  Windows down and the radio up!  Let’s cruise.

Tags: summer

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