It's grilling season.

Pompeii, Italy, May 1984. Don't worry about the fire, but beware of the ashes.

"Mom, get off your rocker ..."

... and enjoy the parade.

Grand Lake, Colorado, July 4, 1967. Enjoy the humor.

July 4

Verona, Wisconsin, July 2015. Don't forget to look out the window.

Curious

Columbus, Wisconsin, July 3, 2015. These sheep are bred for their wool.

Skein

Columbus, Wisconsin, July 3, 2015. Max guards the merchandise.

Weekend's End

Door County, Wisconsin, July 1974. Remember the stillness.

Holiday Walk

Door County, Wisconsin, July 4, 2005. When Baci (left) was young, he and Pupa vacationed by enjoying at least two ninety-minute, daily walks in the woods.

Happy Independence Day

Madison, Wisconsin, July 2, 2015. We hope the fireworks didn't rattle your doggies.

Holiday-Weekend Reunion

Verona, Wisconsin, July 2, 2015. Go to town and watch the parade.

Border Reunion

Door County, Wisconsin, July 2007. Things mature quickly.

Beach Holiday

Wasaga Beach, Ontario, Canada, July 1959. My Toronto Cousin gets out of the water.

Thanks to my Toronto Cousin for making this photo available to us.

July 4

Grand Lake, Colorado, July 4, 1967. Catch up on Americana. (Don't miss The Monkees float).

Groomed for the Holiday

Suburban Chicago, July 4, 1973. Gigi came home from the salon sporting a patriotic bow.

Happy July 4th

Verona, Wisconsin, July 4, 2007. You never know what will appear in the sky above the backyard.

"Float"

Grand Lake, Colorado, July 4, 1967. It's the Fourth of July Parade, and there's a float celebrating my favorite, childhood movie.