Good friends, good family, good times!

"Jump in, let's go,
Lay back, enjoy the show
Everybody gets high,
Everybody gets low
These are the days when anything goes...

Everyday is a winding road
I get a little bit closer
Everyday is a fading sign
I get a little bit closer To feeling fine..."

~ Sheryl Crowe

The weather turned dark and electrifying, but that only served to move the party inside and most certainly didn't dampen the mood. Guests began arriving around 6:30 and things broke up at around midnight. It was so much fun having everyone over, sharing good food, a lot of laughs, smiles, memories and future life forecasts!

The Day In Pictures...

Justin and Katie ready for company and food.

Justin, Susie and Katie waiting for guests.

Joe and Vanessa arrive!

The guest of honor and her happy grandparents!

Hanging out with Joe and his "biker-chic" girlfriend

Most of all, the evening was about celebrations - of family, good friends, and the gift of another day of life.

You can see more pictures of the evening by clicking here: Katie's Cook-out!
Katie, I think it's safe to say that everyone loves you and what a wonderful treat to have you with us for a week! We miss you, John!

Now we're going to head out and rent a couple of videos, order pizza, kick back and drink a sweet tea toast to this wonderful summer day - and laugh at life.