Lynda's Birthday Celebration

flatbread pizza with burrata, squash blossoms and roasted cherry tomatoes

Himachi with sour cherries

Bright colorfully wrapped gifts awaiting Lynda

Yesterday was Lynda Sue's birthday and we met Laurell and Christie at Nellcote for dinner  in the city.  It was a  very lively atmosphere, loud music ( which Lynda loved)  and the  restaurant was stunning .  Crystal chandeliers, hot  orange walls in the bar, and an incredible "Parisienne"  patio area were  a delight to the visual senses.  We enjoyed beautifully presented food and then headed back to the  quiet burbs to open presents.  Happy Birthday Lynda!

Lake Bluff Fourth of July - The Food, The Parade, The Beach

The Menu

French Fry Bag stamped with Fleur de Lis - used to serve Ham Sliders

Watermelon with Peach Balsamic Vinegar Reduction, Feta and Mint

Vintage Blue and White

Smoked Salmon, Dill and Potato Tart

Berry Shortcake

Jill's Dipped Strawberries in White Chocolate and Citrus Peel - so good!

Crisp Summer Rose served in vintage eagle glasses- so 4th of July!

Lake Bluff Historical Society  with our very own Penny!

Love this one- Lake Bluff Lawn Mower Drill Team

Penney holding her 1882 Birth of the National Prohibition Party in Lake Bluff sign!

Lots of sail boats in the horizon

Laurell, Katha, Christy and Mr. RTH at the beach - 105 degrees and the water felt good!

Lake Bluff Beach

A hot, hot, hot day in Lake Bluff,  but you felt guilty staying inside in the air conditioning.  We had an early brunch for those who wanted to go the annual Lake Bluff parade and cooked hamburgers for the later crowd.  So it was brunch, the parade, going to the lake, cooking hamburgers and enjoying dessert. And just as the day was ending about 5 o'clock , the transformer by our house blew up  and we were without electricity! So to cool off,  we spent the fourth of July night with our feet in cold water foot baths, sitting on the front porch, just like our ancestors did on the Fourth of July probably 100 years ago.!

Fourth of July in Lake Bluff

With the big 4th of July parade tomorrow, it looks like everyone in town is getting ready for a big celebration. On my walk this morning, I captured these pictures.  Seems like a lot of people are ready for a party!Lawns are manicured, flags and banners are up  and the lake is hazy blue!  Hope you have a wonderful 4th!