Happy 4th of July

Finnally some real time off. I am heading back to Utah for almost a full week. I can hardly stand myself. All the kids, except Nathan-his request for leave was denied, will be coming to stay the weekend at the Huntsville home. Mom & Sam will arrive on Friday. Two of Jan's brothers and her sister, with their families, will also come. It should be a great time for all. Huntsville town swells from 2000 people to around 12,000 people. They have races, a carnival, a rodeo, a parade-with horses, bicycles and lawnmowers included, a dance later in the day, an action, a patriotic play, a talent show culminating the day with fireworks. These aren't like most fireworks. They have a drop zone marked out. Outside of this area, everyone lays out blankets and lays flat, looking straight up. The fireworks seem to flash directly over head. We don't consider it a good time unless we have to put someone out from smoldering amblers. It's all tones of fun. Anyway, if anyone is in the area, they have a place to come and enjoy the 4th. I hope everyone has a great holiday and I want to publicly thank our service men and women for protecting our freedoms. Be safe and have fun.