It's been a rainy 4th of July weekend here in St. Louis.  While we had planned on heading downtown for Fair St. Louis, the intense rain canceled our plans, as well as the Maroon 5 concert and fireworks display Sunday night.

Of course I made homemade ice cream, which is a 4th of July tradition for us.      

{ Homemade ice cream.  A 4th of July tradition started by my mother...or maybe my grandmother.  Probably both. }

{ My patriotic mantel. }

After spending some time by the pool and grilling some food, we went to watch the fireworks in Ellisville.  Technically we were between Manchester and Ellisville so we watched both. 

I hope everyone had a wonderful holiday weekend!!