4th of July Celebrations

We went to Koosharem for the 4th of July and had a blast. Tonya's parents own 2 or more acres up there so each year we just take out trailer and park it for the summer. This year we were able to go up for the 4th and had just a great time we will make it a point to go every year. It brought back memories of my childhood and the fun things we would do for the fourth. Since their main street isn't more than half a mile the parade was very short but very fun. Of course the boys in town spotted Paytan, Amber and DaNeigh immediately and so we were pelted with candy. Later we went to the park for games, food and fun. Oh yeah and a major water fight which I tried to stay out of as long as I could. Is all I'm saying is they started it. Tons of fun was had all around. I always take a moment and give thanks for the wonderful country we live in. I am so grateful to the men and women who serve our country.



This was my favorite "float" in the parade. I can't believe they got 2nd. Compared to the other floats they deserved first.

Grandpa Ray added flags to the golf cart and the kids drove it in the parade.

Waiting for the parade to start

Soaking wet and having fun

This is so funny. They had the kids catch the chicken and if you look to the far left you can see Jace against the fence and they've already caught the chicken. He wasn't to sure about this game.

What's the 4th without face painting

Good ole fashioned sack race.


Jace had a blast on the water slides


Yep, I got soaked. Tonya had Wayde so she escaped but I wasn't smart enough to keep my camera with me. You are never safe from a 17 year old with a bucket of water!!! Whether he knows you or not.

After dinner we drove down to Otter Creek to watch the fire works.
My crew waiting for the fire works to start. Notice the blue chairs in the truck. These are my favorite camping chairs ever. They recline and are so comfy. When we aren't camping they are on my patio. I got them for Gino for fathers day. You can't have just one right? :)

Amber,Emily,Kaeli,Bryli and Grandma Sharon (Tonyas Mom)

Tonya and Wayde

Fire works over Otter Creek