4th of July Festivities

For the first time since the creation of the Jeff and Julie Lewis family, we stayed in Utah instead of going to Idaho.  There was a family reunion so close, but far enough that it would have been too long to stay.  Mom was a little apprehensive about staying in Utah--we've been so partial to small town 4th of July celebrations, but were pleasantly surprised.

In the morning, we went to the parade with some friends from our ward.  There was a big group and they really hooked us up--they had some big canopy tents so we had shade.  The kids were in heaven with all the candy being thrown.  Austin and Scott were really cute, they would just get a few pieces, then want to sit and eat them.  Kate was into getting as much as she could every chance she got.  All 3 were at very fun ages for the parade!

 The kids loved waving their flags

 After the parade, we went over and had a barbecue with Ryan and Malece and hung out for the afternoon there, it was a great time!

That night, we lit off some fireworks.  The favorites were the parachute men.  We would light them, then everyone ran and tried to catch it.  Scott caught one, I think it was a proud moment for Jeff!  All the kids were really tired from the day's activities and before we were done, were begging to go to bed.  I guess that means the day was a success!