Last Day of July

July has been a busy month of parades, fireworks, and every day living. Here is a list of festivities we participated in to celebrate our country and pioneers.

Stadium of Fire--Devan and I were able to go out with our good friends the Hawkins to the 4th of July celebration in Provo. We were able to listen to some wonderful music, by bands, David Archelitta (sp?), and Brad Paisley. The best part was of course the magnificent fire work show. Freddy got the opportunity to spend some time with his Crossley Grandparents.

On the 4th of July we went to the Murray Parade in the morning with the Johnson Family. Their little boy is two days younger than Freddy, so it is always fun to get them together. Freddy really enjoyed the parades. He kept on wanting to run out to the people who were in it, and walk with them. The bands were his favorite, as were the fire trucks as long as they didn't have their sirens on.

Later on that day we joined Devan's family for a 4th of July dinner. Freddy had a lot of fun playing with his cousins.

And to top the night off we joined the Kirks at Sugar House Park for fireworks. Once again Freddy really enjoyed them as long as they were not to loud.

We also went to American Fork for Steel Days, but unfortunately forgot to take pictures. We had a fun day spending time with Nanny, Papa, and the cousins. And more fun with more fireworks.

We went to one more parade on the 24th of July. It is the 4th largest parade in the nation. I thought that was pretty cool. Our stake created a float and it won the top award. They put a lot of work into it. We just got some pictures of our family though.

This last picture is of the Liahona band that is Devan's favorite. They have great rhythm, and are very loud.

I believe that wraps up the month of July for us. Devan got enrolled in trucking school that begins tomorrow night. I am struggling with the idea of having to be alone all week and working. My older sister is amazing!! Her husband is in North Dakota for several weeks for work. She will be a single mom for weeks at a time. I really shouldn't complain. Guess I am just tired and not very motivated.

The exciting news is that Freddy and I are taking a week long trip to Oregon to visit my family in about 3wks. I am suppose to be doing a triathlon, but we will shall see what happens. I won't be too disappointed if I am sick an unable to actually do it. :)