As the kids get older, holidays just get better. We had such a great time celebrating Independence Day this year. We even bought our own fireworks (to me, that feels like a new level of parenthood...weird)! We started the day off at our annual tri-ward pancake breakfast and bike parade. We got the bikes all decorated and had a great time. Before going to bed, both Carson and Cade said that it was their favorite part of the day. Their bikes are their whole world right now so it didn't surprise me. Notice that they are both on big boy bikes. Carson finally decided to pedal...his eyes have been opened! :)
Carson lost a balloon mid-morning.
Then we headed downtown to the parade...a first for us. It was much better than I thought it would be and the boys were so into it. I just sat and got all sweaty. Holy hot!
We sat right in front of the Capitol Buiding...so fitting.
Stephanie's family joined us...
The bagpipes were my favorite part of the parade. They were so awesome!!!
It was so cute to see the kids with their little flags. From start to finish, I don't Cade ever stopped waving it.
And Carson made sure he waved his hand to everyone. They've got this parade thing down!!!
After the parade, we all took naps. The boys played in the backyard for over 3 hours in their pool and sprinklers and asked every 10 minutes if it was dark yet. They knew what was coming!
Steph's amazing cookies. This is a talent I absolutely do not have!!! They were delicious.
We ended the night with fireworks. We set off our own and also watched the show put on by the city. I'm so grateful for freedom. We are so fortunate to know no other way. Our blessings are bounteous. God bless the U.S.A.
2 comments:
So cute, Amy. I agree, holidays do just keep getting better. And Liam's bike is his whole world, too. :) Happy fourth!
Looks like so much fun! Jackson loves waving his flag too. Glad you had a great holiday! :)
Post a Comment