Today was the best Fourth of July we’ve had in ages. It started bright and early with a trip out to Long Beach for a beach day with friends.     This was our first Long Island beach experience and were pleasantly surprised. The local train only took 50 minutes and was worry free! Upon arrival we made a quick stop at Bi-Wise Drugs to buy beach passes and sunscreen!

   

The rest of our day consisted of paddle ball in the water, wading in slowly but surely due to the cold temperatures, reading, laughing, people watching, and basking in the beautiful 85 degree sunny weather!

     Our camp for the day!  

I was definitely all smiles today! I haven’t found my tan since our honeymoon!

Subway never disappoints for the healthiest fast food available in just about any town! The only down side was that they only had Italian bread but boy was this delicious. I think salt air makes everything tastier and everyone hungrier!

The boys’ trip to the grocery store around noon proved very successful as they returned with Sabra hummus, Stacy’s pita chips, veggies, grapes, and pineapple! Holy yum!

Unfortunately, all good things must come to an end. But luckily, the rest of our evening included Lauren, Casey, great food, and fireworks!

Delicious homemade sangria and pork chops at Red Cat. The best discovery ever!

Fireworks enjoyed two blocks away on 26th street after our amazing dinner!

And now, it is time for bed! Tomorrow will include two restaurant reviews from the weekend!