We celebrated Independence Day and Mama Flo's birthday with some of Daddy's side of the family last week.
Grilling the hamburgers and hot dogs
Eating home-made ice cream
Our little friend Bethany was with us and she and our cousin Allie had fun playing together. Here they're walking down the rows of soybeans in front of the house.
Playing "Follow the Leader"
Visiting on Papa's porch ~ Mama Flo, Melissa, and Aunt Jeannie
Daddy and cousins, Don and Elaine
Cousin Lori brought some fireworks for the little ones. 
Uncle Larry and David lighting the fireworks
Allie, Sarah, and Braden (Lori's little friend) are ready to watch.
Boom!!!!!
"That was loud!"
Riding the tricycle
Bethany gets a ride
The little ones enjoyed watching this turtle that we found.
He wasn't very happy about being caught. David held this piece of grass up to his mouth and he hissed and bit it!
A baby frog!
Playing "Hide-'n'-Seek"
Allie rolls the ball to David :)
Mama Flo shows one of her birthday presents to Allie.
Happy Birthday, Mama Flo!
Daddy and David cutting boards for the floor
Laying the floor 
One room complete!