Happy Fourth of July!

Happy Fourth of July! Alright, I know what you're thinking - "Hey! Canadian! How come you didn't do a special post on Canada Day, eh?". Um, good question. Possibly because it would interrupt my usual Fancy Friday Love post, and I'm a creature of habit - what can I say?

Anywho, I thought I'd so a little something special for the 4th of July for my American readers, but mainly for my main squeeze, B. He gave up a lot to come north of the border and start a life with me, and I know how much he desparately misses celebrating Independence Day with all of his family and friends. Since he means so much to me, I usually do what I can to make the 4th something special for him... here's a little of what I've whipped up in the past to celebrate...

In 2009, I used a Barefoot Contessa recipe, and whipped up this pretty flag cake for a little Canada Day / July 4th celebration that we held at my parents...

Last year I didn't go quite as big and elaborate, but instead we made some simple cupcakes and used the store bought icing and sprinkles that we'd picked up during a visit to the States.

We also added a couple little pieces of decor that we had picked up at Target on the same trip.

I don't have a ton up my sleeve for this year - but I do hope to pull SOMETHING together for B (who is currently at work). We'll of course have some tasty treats and grill up something delicious - no fireworks this time.

What are your favorite traditions for Canada Day and/or Independence Day? Do you do the same thing every year, or make a tradition out of changing things up?

Oh and make sure to come back tomorrow! B and I got up to a very exciting project over the weekend that I can hardly wait to share with all of you!