We scrapped those plans when we learned that it was paint the park day. The park was full of volunteers who were painting all the tables, the benches, and the amphitheater. We just didn't want to cope with wet paint and crowds. But we do appreciate their efforts.
So, instead we went to our nearby dollar store and picked up a small wading pool. Is there anything cuter than little girls playing in a wading pool? I think not.
Grandad and I unfolded the lawn chairs, he opened a beer and I poured myself a glass of wine. We had a front row seat to the best show in town as our little princesses splashed and played while the sun went down. Some of the neighbors wandered over and kept us company. It was fun for everyone.
We've been dealing with really hot weather here in South Texas. We've already had several days with temperatures above 100 degrees. But, thankfully, most of us are prepared for that kind of weather. Our homes are air conditioned and we have the fans blowing. We also know that we need to keep the kids inside during the heat of the day and make sure everyone drinks plenty of fluids.
I know there are many others who are not so fortunate right now. My thoughts are with my bloggy friends in Colorado who are dealing with horrific forest fires. Stay safe my friends. We are thinking of you.
