4th of July and some summer fun

It had been a few years since we'd met up with the Taylor clan for the 4th of July.  We were going to meet them for the Provo parade, but with a new baby we didn't quite make it out the door on time.  We met up with the Taylors at Scera Park in Orem.  They have a big Colonial 4th celebration with a big fair set up where you can learn all about what life was like during the Revolution.  Here the boys are learning about guns:

We showed up just before lunch time and stayed until it was starting to get dark.  It was fun to get to chat with everyone.  It was blazing hot!!  At one point it actually got quite cloudy and even sprinkled a little bit.  We thought it might cool down, but it only made it humid on top of the heat!! 

The kids especially loved the battle reenactments where they got to play with pretend rifles and pretend to get shot.

Big Boy is down!!  (He's in red)

They were very serious about it, I loved watching it!

Aunt Abby seemed to have the magic touch with O. 

As we drove home we watched over the valley as tons of fireworks were going off everywhere.  It was really pretty to see.  Just as we were almost home we realized that the West Jordan fireworks were about to start.  So, we found a spot in a parking lot to sit and watch.  It was a lovely night!

 

On another hot day I let my boys freeze some of their plastic toys in some disposable Tupperware.  They love to sit outside and hack away at it until their stuff comes free.  We did it a few years ago and it's become a favorite summer activity. 

Little O putting up his dukes

I don't love pictures of me post baby.  But, this is just proof that I was around:

I LOVE this picture.  It's such a peek into what my life is like.  Cheeks usually doesn't get in on the wrestling as much and he's so sweet the baby.  The other boys can't get enough of the wrestling.  Until someone gets hurt that is!  Look out O, this is what's coming your way!!