Brandt's first movie

the 4th of July

We celebrated Brandt's 12 th birthday and the 4th of July last week here in the city. Where would you imagine Brandt would pick to spend his birthday? Out of the entire city and all it has to offer, Brandt wanted to spend the majority of his day at the dog park! Brandt knows all the dog walkers as well as the dogs and the days and times they come to the park. We also found out there is a dacshshund festival in October that the kids insist we have to come back for.
The 4th was pretty laid back. We had a good view of the fireworks from our apartment so we didn't have to fight the crowds in the city. Uncle Keith flew in to spend the weekend with us. He spent today fulfilling everyone's "wish" list- he took Halle to play putt-putt, Brandt to see Hancock, and Kenzie out for sushi. He should be thoroughly exhausted by the time he leaves tomorrow!