INDEPENDENCE DAY

Our first independence day was as special as we had hoped. We got a taste of some U.S. American traditions but also did something rather unusual: We watched a soccer game. (Some Minnesotan team against a team from Edmonton, Canada.) Of course, Marko loved it! (Hanna did too, but she can't beat Marko's excitement about soccer.)

Tailgating - another first. Good food, good weather, good people.

"...and the home of the brave."

Musical support

Go boys!

The first goal - not for our team.

Booo!
(It all ended well though in a 1:1.)

The mayor's speech after the game

Waxing (moon)?

Finally fireworks! The mix of patriotic, random and really beautiful songs that accompanied the fireworks will probably remain a conversation piece for a while in our household. So will the concept of national pride and independence day celebrations. How interesting to experience all this! How fun to experience it with such a great group of people. Thanks, everyone!

HAPPY JULY 4!!