Every family has their own version of spending a long weekend together!

And when it is July 4th, with the summer just starting – wishing all those in USA Happy Independence day!

Be they playing outdoor sports, going for a vacation, hiking in the mountains, international travel, or just simply playing board games.

July 4th long weekend has always been something special!

Friends visiting us with their families

Huge get togethers

Cook outs

Cannisters of lemonade and juices for the hot summer

Water balloon fights

Salads made with fresh veggies from our garden

Grills always ready & willing to take on more

Watermelon seeds lying everywhere around the deck by evening

At least two rounds of changing clothes – be they adults or children

Food is a big part of any get together

Especially if one of the hosts loves to cook

This time around, kids are back from college

So, it is a cozy family time

Enjoying a simple & refreshing watermelon feta salad 🙂