Hello friends,

We had visitors this weekend. It was fun to have the "Other" Harnsberger family with us this weekend. The girls are growing up so much. Jennifer and Link braved the "Carmagedon" to make their way up here from Pasadena. It was fun just to hang out by the pool, run our feet through the sand, and visit together. Thanks guys for visiting us in Santa Barbara. It was great to have you here with us. Stay longer next time. We love you all. F & L

Happy 4th of JULY! Our country is now 235 years old. That is young in terms of world history but profound in the democratic founding of our country. This last year I read "1776" and I went to Yorktown, Mt. Vernon, Monticello etc etc. So patriotism is in my blood. I love to celebrate the 4th of July. Our Mom always told us that the United States is the greatest country because of what they sacrificed in WW2. I truly have come to believe this also.

Any way, I hope you all had a nice patriotic 4th of July. We made the rounds to different 4th of July parades and events in Santa Barbara. What a day... We went from parade to another parade, to an art show to the Spirit of 76 concert and a BBQ and then the fireworks show on the pier. You can do it all in Santa Barbara. The Montecito Village 4th of July Celebration is the best though. Wins my "Most Patriotic Event " in Santa Barbara. Its home town and very patriotic because of the leader Dana Newquist -- A true Reagan follower. Red, White and blue everywhere, Flags everywhere, music and cheering. Lots of children and fun cars of all kinds. If we are here next year, I told Fritz I want to decorate his car and be in the parade -- really get into the whole thing.

Anyway, Happy 4th of July. Here is a picture of Fritz downtown getting into the whole event also! We brought a little Boston with us here. That's a Red Sock's hat he has on. Someday.... Boston on the 4th. That would be fun too.

Happy Birthday America! I love you!

From the Harnzblogger herself,

MamaHarnZ