Linda and I are so lucky because we live on one of the best blocks in town. We arrange to have our street closed each 4th of July (this year on Saturday, the 1st) for a block party so we can all have a blast right in the middle of the block, which is right in front of our house.

It was suggested we have a big bouncy-house water slide this year. We had about 10 families share the cost for a 22-foot inflatable water slide. You just can’t ask for more fun for a group of kids – and adults.

Here’s a short video clip of me having fun with some of the neighbors: