~ July 4th ~
American Independence Day!
As we all have learned,
2020 is different.
As we all have learned,
2020 is different.
I never miss the neighborhood 4th of July Parade,
though this year, there was no parade.
Instead, neighbors were encouraged to decorate their
laws with a patriotic theme
though this year, there was no parade.
Instead, neighbors were encouraged to decorate their
laws with a patriotic theme
I missed sitting on the curbside!
It's always heart warming to see the hundreds of neighbors,
young and old, who come out on the 4th of July to
participate in these little community parades.
All parades were canceled because of COVID-19!
No large outdoor gatherings for family and friend meals!
No public parks open!
No Austin Symphony Orchestra concert along the
grassy banks of Lady Bird Lake,
culminating with a spectacular fireworks display
above the beautiful Austin skyline.
All parades were canceled because of COVID-19!
No large outdoor gatherings for family and friend meals!
No public parks open!
No Austin Symphony Orchestra concert along the
grassy banks of Lady Bird Lake,
culminating with a spectacular fireworks display
above the beautiful Austin skyline.
None of the traditional festivities for the 4th this year!
Fortunately these two didn't let COVID-19
dampen their patriotic spirit.
They had their own little solo parade!
There were no plans to join friends for a traditional gathering.
For us it was a quiet evening at home, dinner for two
with our sweet Sadie girl at our feet.
I kept the decor simple this July.
Between our ongoing remodel and no entertaining
at home, I hesitate to bring much out.
Though I am enjoying this new cachepot
filled with summer blooms.
A tray filled with flags and
Uncle Sam figures sits on the buffet.
I couldn't resist these special 4th of July party crowns,
though admitedly they were strictly to add a festive touch.
These fun party crowns are by Bethany Lowe Designs.
They came in red and blue, each with a different sentiment.
Do you have a favorite?
They give a festive party feel to the stack of dishes,
Blue Pinstripe Chargers ~ Neiman Marcus
Royal Check Dinner ~ MacKenzie-Childs
Red Italian Salad ~ Spode
Royal Linens ~ Crown Linen Designs
Mother of Pearl Flatware ~ English Antique
I think a varried stack makes for an interesting table.
This one alternates the red and blue
with a touch of black and white.
Love Letter Placemats ~ Hester and Cook
Black and White Ruffled Placemats ~ Crown Linen Designs
For us it was a quiet evening at home, dinner for two
with our sweet Sadie girl at our feet.
Between our ongoing remodel and no entertaining
at home, I hesitate to bring much out.
Though I am enjoying this new cachepot
filled with summer blooms.
Uncle Sam figures sits on the buffet.
though admitedly they were strictly to add a festive touch.
They came in red and blue, each with a different sentiment.
Do you have a favorite?
Blue Pinstripe Chargers ~ Neiman Marcus
Royal Check Dinner ~ MacKenzie-Childs
Red Italian Salad ~ Spode
Royal Linens ~ Crown Linen Designs
Mother of Pearl Flatware ~ English Antique
This one alternates the red and blue
with a touch of black and white.
Love Letter Placemats ~ Hester and Cook
Black and White Ruffled Placemats ~ Crown Linen Designs
We are fans of colored glass, and these blue glass stemware and tumblers are pieces we have enjoyed for decades.
What about you, do you like colored glass?
No fireworks here!
Our finale was a Stars and Stripe
cupcake with faux sparkler.
~ America the Beautiful ~
Happy 244th Birthday!
Happy 244th Birthday!
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