Monday, July 6, 2009

Happy 4th of July

As I think about the 4th of July, it is usually a day of rushing around, trying to fit a million activities into about 12 hours. Does anyone else feel that way? We were pretty busy today, but managed to cut out a few things, and overall, had a great, relaxing holiday. 

We started the day already pretty exhausted from our party the night before. Riley and Jake were up until about 11:30 p.m. We finally managed to get up and moving.  We had a 4th of July breakfast with our good friends and neighbors, the Lloyds, then headed up to Clinton for my nephews baptism. I had questioned getting baptized that day, but it actually was really neat when a member of the bishopric mentioned that the boys would always remember their baptism day, and know that Heavenly Father was having a celebration in their honor for making such a good decision.  We had lunch w/ Cory and Emily at their house after the baptism. We all headed back down to South Jordan to my parents house for an afternoon of swimming. This was the relaxing part. We just let the kids play w/ their cousins, and enjoyed being together.  

Jacob is getting so brave in the pool. Tyler taught him to jump off the diving board. Oh my... he is too little for this!
All the cousins loved watching Cory light the "snakes" on the side of the pool. 
Emily, Katelin, Grandma Price, Lily, Jamie, Chris
We hooked up w/ our friend the Beutlers later to watch fireworks at Jordan High School. 
Happy Independence Day!! 











Happy 3rd of July!!

Last year, Tyler and I decided to have a little 3rd of July party for our kids, so they could be up-close to all the fun. We invited a few friends, and it was so fun, that we decided to make it a tradition. So, this being the 2nd annual Sohm firework party, it was open-invitation. We had a bunch of neighbors come over, and it was yet again a success! 

Lucky for Tyler, two of our neighbor boys were just as into lighting the fireworks as he was. Half-way through, they totally took over so Tyler could go enjoy the party and good food. Thanks Tate and Jaron! You're definately invited next year!
Here is a shot of about half the people. The kids had a ball. I think the glow sticks were a hit again. Note to self: buy more glow sticks next year!!
Cherolyn, Patty, and a few of the girls

The Coles, Sheri Moore, and Kris Ricord (yes Kris, I got you trying to hide behind Mylinda)

My favorite people at the party:  Mom and Dad, Abby and Jake. Thanks for hanging out w/ us! You're the best!

Thanks everyone for coming over! Hey, if anyone wants to drive up to Evanston and get some BIG fireworks for next year... I'll support ya!