MEMORIAL DAY

I love my country. I am thankful for the freedoms we have and for the people who have and still do stand up for them for all of us.

 I post these photos in memory of many

 and in honor of all.

Thank you for your sacrifices.

God Bless the USA.

MEMORIAL DAY 2015

Memorial Day weekend was a little more special for me this year.

 I went to a service as part of Provo's Freedom Festival.

I haven't been in the country for over 8 years for the 4th of July and I am so excited for all of the patriotism summer brings. I live with the best people, in the best state, in the best country in the world. I am so thankful.

HOPE OF AMERICA

My niece and nephews (and a whole bunch of other school-aged children and various performance groups in the area) were able to take part in the America's Freedom Festival Hope of America celebration last night. It was fabulous!

 I love my America! I haven't been in the states for July 4 for years and that's make me sad because it is my second favorite celebration. 

 *(There was this one time I had the greatest idea of my life...stadium of fire...faithfully...)

 The house lights went down for the final number and the children used flashes as they sang. It was magical.

Here is a little video clip:

LOVING MY AMERICA

The 4th of July is my second favorite holiday. I have been out of the country for several years and haven't enjoyed it, but this year the holiday was all mine!

The hot air balloon fest was cancelled due to weather. So I went to the Freedom Festival Parade in Provo. 

 Next, headed to Krispy Kreme for some patriotic star breakfast.

 Third, I went to the Scera Park for the Colonial Festival. It was a fun event set up for visitors to know what life was like way back when.

 Learned all about the Constitution.

 We also learned about what it's like to be an immigrant in the US.

 To end the night, we were stuck in 1.5 hours of traffic after enjoying fireworks at Sugarhouse Park.

SO grateful for our country!