Happy Birthday Doug!!

Today we celebrated our favorite American's birthday with a quiet day at home.  It was a little different than our previous two as we were in DC last year watching the fireworks over the Washington Monument.  In 2016 we were at the wreath laying ceremony at the home of Calvin Coolidge on the 4th.  None of us minded staying at home this year, however.  We were able to play corn hole and badminton as well as have a ping pong tournament.  Cal decided that the birthday boy would not be the winner of the day and defeated Doug in two highly competitive games.

My parents and Hannah-Marie came up for a cook out featuring something for everyone - steak, chicken and fish.  My Mom brought the desserts and even I tried a small piece of cake.  Doug appreciated all of his gifts.  I wasn't sure if he would still want the Germany World Cup jersey since they lost in the first round of the tournament.  He liked it, however, stating that now no one could call him a front runner.  Cal and HM left early to hang out with friends.  My parents stayed long enough for Cam and Grandpa Cutes to get beat on a last second toss by Doug and I in corn hole.

Brett texted us to say that he made it to the music concert at the Capitol.  He was excited as John Stamos was hosting it and musical acts included The Beach Boys, Andy Grammar and Jimmy Buffet.    He loved the patriotism displayed and the fireworks show.  We ended our evening by watching it all unfold on PBS glad that he had the opportunity to attend the program.