Mother Nature had her own 4th of July party this weekend. She gaves us downpours, thunder and muggy air down in Sea Isle -- cancelling the fireworks.

We still had fun, meeting up with our friends Chris and Kate. I've known Kate for 8 years - since we were suitemates our freshman year at Saint Joe's. She's the only person that is shorter than me but she made me crouch down for this photo.

This dinner made up for my absent fireworks - broiled sea scallops. Delish.

I hope everyone had a great 4th celebrating our nation's birthday!