August 05, 2008

We Love America!

The Fourth of July was a lot of fun this year. We went to the parade and had great seats thanks to GmaT and Grandpa. We loved the jets thundering over head, the soldiers past and present marching by, and the warrior missionaries marching on. We are so blessed to live in a country of such great opportunity. Despite its current flaws and struggles, it is still the most blessed nation on the earth, and I have no doubt about the fact that it is a privilege to be an American.
Aunt Jaleah- Soon to be Aunt Lindsey (Uncle Kaleb's finance), & GmaT
Uncle Staven and Aunt Ashlee and Grandpa
Grandpa and 2 1/2 month old Cutie Kai
After the parade we headed up American Fork canyon to Tibblefork and had a fun picnic lunch and rowed on grandpa's canoe. Those that were brave enough got into the icy water. Micah humored me with throwing the frisbee back and forth. I am not a great frisbee thrower. It was so beautiful up there. It reminded me of Southern Germany, and here it is right in our own back yard. After that, Dad and Mom took me out to the Spagetti Factory for a birthday dinner. It was delish and the company was superb. Thanks! I guess I am officially old now- because I opted out of waiting up for the fireworks and just went to bed. I was just too exhausted. I knew this day would come I just didn't expect it to hit me when I was still relatively young. Ouch! I am going to blame it on being a nursing mom and I am just plain exhausted most of the time. :)
We love you America! Land of the free because of the brave!

2 comments:

Nicki said...

Fun pictures! I'm so bummed we couldn't make it up North while you were there. I'm excited you guys are going to live closer now. I love your new family picture. The story about Katry is hilarious. Cute girl!

Kelly said...

What fun! Love the photos of everyone! Glad you had a happy day, sounded and looked heavenly!