4th of July In Iowa

4th of July Carnival magic On the town “square” Parade for the kids Crepe paper bike spokes Goats dyed pink by my Aunt Marjorie Small town America Fresh corn on the cob Oozing with butter Red and white checked plastic tablecloths Blowing off picnic tables. Cold watermelon slices Pink cotton candy and warm funnel cakes Joyful screams from carnival rides Docile ponies for the three-year-olds High school band Concert in Gazebo Sweat running down their backs Children exhausted Falling asleep on blankets As the firemen set off fireworks at the park Everyone leaves smiling Perfect 4th of July Just like last year