We closed the pizza place for the 4th so everyone could be with family. It is an annual tradition to meet friends bright and early for the Seaside parade. Our favorite part of this year's event was the Lighthouse Family Retreat float. Locals Lauren & Ron Romano organized children to help decorate their Big Blue Bus and graciously let the Lighthouse families to ride on it. {Please click here to learn more about this amazing organization.} Then there was nine-months-pregnant-mom-of three Michelle, who CARRIED her youngest in the parade. Our own Chef Rich's son James was adorable his little red car, followed by his gorgeous buddy Cecelia in her little red wagon. And God bless Rachel for bringing fans, so we could all survive the heat. It was a great day. Thank you to all the service men and women who helped make our freedom possible and Happy Birthday, America!