Happy Independence Day!

Michael and I were at the Outer Banks last week for the annual Lysher family beach trip..  We usually always go during the week of the 4th of July but after some unfortunate work schedules this year, not everyone was able to make it and so we might be moving the annual trip to a different week next year. It has been great weather (we arrived after the rain on Tuesday!) and not too hot either.  Sadie has gotten in lots of beach time as well and behaved very well on the beach even just hanging out with us at our chairs.  Below are some (okay LOTS) of the pictures from the week - we even got a great firework show from the comfort of our deck!

Sadie loved playing Frisbee in the water!

Someone needed sunglasses!

Sadie and I lounging in the sand.

We were able to walk down the beach the morning of the 4th and watch the Town of Duck parade.  It was actually pretty cool and it was fun to watch the kids around us get so excited, plus they threw out tons of free candy and even some popsicles and donut samples!

Early morning paddle boarders on our walk to the parade - officially trying out my telephoto lens!

Michael and his mom!

Michael being super patriotic!

This guy was a three ring circus all by himself!

U.S. Coast Guard!

Christmas in July!

I thought this was pretty cute.

Our fearless leader heading back!

View from our deck!

It was a surprisingly cool evening on the 4th, perfect for sipping wine on the deck...

...and reading!

Perfect night!

We were also able to enjoy tons of awesome fireworks without moving an inch!

Friday was our last day at the beach and we ended it with a nice walk on the beach that night.  Sadie loved running in the water and crab-chasing!

Sadie chased every crab we came up to!  Luckily she knew not to get too close.

Sadie did not really want to pose for pictures, but we got a few in!

Hope you had a great 4th of July and enjoyed time with family and friends and remembered all those who have sacrificed for this country!

Erin