i decided to give up my usual desire to sleep in on my birthday to take the kids to the provo freedom festival parade. i'm glad we went because i want the kids to realize independence day is special and not just another day . . . but in all honesty it was rough.
a little flag waving . . .
the kids liked the floats, like this cool eagle.
only in provo will you see this -- all the missionaries on parade.
i was admittedly grumpy, but my tough exterior was obliterated by the war veterans. my heart was touched as i watched these men who had so valiantly served our country.
lindsey was so cute waving to the girls dressed as disney princesses.
that night we went up the hill in orem to watch the fireworks over the stadium. before we got out, mel gave the kids a history lesson, which was pretty cool. we did our best all day to teach them about the meaning behind this special holiday.
all set up for fireworks, with popcorn and everything.
joseph was so cute and funny playing footsies in the cupholder of my chair. he was cracking himself up big time.
overall a fun day, full of patriotism and pride. i was tired, but i'm glad we participated in the day's events, and i'm thankful for this great country in which i am so blessed to live.
1 comment:
too bad i couldn´t hang out with you guys again like last year!
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