The kids got 24 buckets of Double Bubble and I got clean socks and underwear. God bless America.

During a brief break in session here in Harrisburg, I headed home to reload on clean socks and underwear and to get some local input on the budget issues we’re dealing with. I had the opportunity to meet with Senator Arlen Specter and local Democrats in Washington County. It was a nice, informal discussion, where we were able to talk about his take on both local and national issues.

Welcoming Senator Specter to Washington County

Talking about funding for local infrastructure projects and his appearances on the Howard Stern Showwith the Senator.

I also had the chance to take part in the Canonsburg 4th of July Parade, which is probably the largest such parade in all of Pennsylvania. And of course, any time I have my niece Ava with me, she finds a way to steal the show.

For the record, I did not do this, but I did think it was funny.

Bri and Alycia did a great job on helping out with the float.

I had a chance to meet up with Larry from my “Come Care With Me” visit a few months back

Ava didn’t care much for sitting in the back of the float…

…So she decided to walk with Uncle Jesse instead.

She was tough but fair in her candy distribution methods.

It didn’t take her long to become a pro at throwing candy. Somehow I don’t think this will be her last parade…