4th of July

July 4th 2008 was a very memorable event at the Zarbock's...unlike any we have had in a long time. All were invited for an evening of yard and water games, followed by kabob's on the grill and a spectacular fireworks show presented by the boyz. Jake and Ann Despain, as well as Grandma and Grandpa Zarbock were on had for the fun as well. It was a thrill to have them join us.


All of the men turned into boys and the littlest boys held their own in an epic water battle. The giant water slide served as home base where water guns and blasters were loaded and reloaded as they fought, every man for himself, sometimes ganging up on an unarmed onlooker.

Carson and Dawson opted for a little towel time to dry off and watch their crazy dads, uncles and cousins.

The water games seemed to be winding down, the hot July sun had taken it's toll on the warriors...then, he joined the fun...yes, that would be father, grandfather and to some, great-grand father. Grandpa without being noticed, turned on the hose on the east side of the house and joined the fight with an unending supply of water ammunition. He was a worthy opponent, and his "Are we having fun yet" tank top really said it all.

Nothing like a little father son bonding :)

Dinner featuring "make your own" kabobs was spectacular.

And, the amazing patriotic trifle made by the beautiful Tiffany was to die for. I also absolutely loved the burnt almond fudge home-made ice cream that Katie added to the dessert options.

All the fun in the sun and water lead to sleepwalking boys eating their chocolate popsicles in dreamland.

And then, on to the home made fireworks show. Dawson, very sure to run from the lit fireworks as quickly as possible.

Katie and Amy were less than thrilled by the show that the box of Costco fireworks could muster...but the boyz did their best and had a blast.

The Finale!

All in all it was a fantastic day and will hopefully be repeated in years to come, as the number of Zarbock and Long boys continues to increase. I don't even know if we would know what to do with a baby girl :)