{4th of July}

We had an amazing Independence Day and hope you did too! We started off the day by going to the parade here in Rexburg with Kris, Braydon, and Alex. The boys loved running out to get candy. One of Carson's favorite parts of the parade was the firetruck and the Army truck that squirted water.

[Attempt at a family picture]
[Waiting for the Parade to start]
[Snoozing in the stroller]
[Watching the old cars and trucks]

After the parade we went and walked through Porter Park. They had a lot of different booths set up and vendors selling food parked on the south side of the park. Then we came back to our apartment with Kris and the boys and had lunch. By then it was nap time for everyone! Tonight we went over to Grandpa Birchs' house for dinner, playtime, and fireworks. We also celebrated TyLee's birthday, which is on the 7th. I can't believe she and Carson are going to be 3 this month. I swear it seems like just yesterday that both Maria and I were pregnant with them!

We decided to go buy some fireworks for the kids instead of attempting to take them to the fireworks in IF. Although I absolutely love going to the fireworks, this was a much better alternative for a bunch of active little children. We are so thankful for the country that we live in and the freedoms we enjoy each day!

[Playing with sparklers]

[Watching the Roman Candles]