4th of July

This year we headed to Burley for the annual 4th of July bash at my mom and dad's. We had a great time boating all day Saturday but I'm bummed that I didn't get any pictures at the river. I can't believe how high the water is. It was coming over the side of the docks and up on the grass!

The bb-q kicked off the evening. There were a lot of friends and family and it was fun to catch up with everyone. Doesn't the patio cover look great? Blair and Garrett spent a day in Burley a couple weeks ago building it for my mom. Dad finally gave in since mom's been wanting one for 10 years! (I think because he'll be working her over for the Harley Davidson here pretty soon!)

The fireworks were great! My mom and dad went to Jackson Hole a couple weekends ago to stock up for the show. It was great and this year we actually had a fireworks show without any injuries...an uncommon thing at the Smith 4th of July show! For anyone who has attended...you know what I 'm talking about! Being able to run for your life is usually a prerequisite for attending the fireworks show...not joking!

I love the 4th of July! It's one of my favorite times of year! I love all the patriotism and the red, white and blue. It helps me to remember the sacrifice some have made for us. I'm always amazed when thinking about our fore fathers who had a vision of one free nation, under God. They were inspired men and I'm proud to honor them this time of year!

I hope you all had a great 4th of July!