John and Nancy Baumann decided to have an impromptu 4th of July BBQ at their home in Dana Point — probably their last get-together before the big move to their new home in Arkansas later this summer. Thank you, John and Nancy! The celebratory champagne was wonderful, the burgers and side dishes were delicious, but we missed John’s guitar playing. Guess we’ll have to take a trip to Arkansas to enjoy his music.

After dinner, guests “Captain” Dennis and his wife, Raelynn, invited us to watch the fireworks from their yacht. What a treat!

L-R Burt Franks, Linda Templeton, “Captain” Dennis, host Nancy Baumann, Carol Franks

Burger Chef and host John Baumann

L-R Burt Franks, Carol Franks, “Captain” Dennis, and friends of John & Nancy

Celebrating the 4th – Raelynn and hubby, “Captain” Dennis

Dances with Waves awaits us

Dana Point Harbor

Pelicans waiting for the fireworks

Captain Dennis at the helm

Fireworks display at Dana Point