Pioneers and Receptions

This morning we went to our ward's Pioneer Day Picnic. We celebrated the day the pioneers entered the Salt Lake Valley for the first time (the actual date is July 24th). There was fried chicken and pot luck salads and deserts. We ate, chatted, and the kids gave us a parade and then they got to play games. A good time was had by all of us.

This is Emma, Kyle, and B marching in the parade.
Kyle hid behind Emma for all the photos.
Lil' stinker!

After the Pioneer Day festivities my mom joined our crew and after purchasing an appropriate wedding gift we turned the mini-van south and headed for our old stooping grounds. Once there we headed for the local LDS chapel ready to party. We walked through the door and my friend Denise said oh good someone crafty, help us out. So I jump in and help design the bride bouquet. How cool is that? Anyway, we had a very enjoyable time and I even talked the Scout Master into going with us and I am pretty sure he had a good time. I was a wee bit disappointed that we did not get to dance, but we were able to see old friends and catch up with them.

This is Sister Parker and I.
When I was a lone woman in town with
3 kids she took me under her wing.
I can never thank her enough!

Katie and Spencer.

Emma and Elisia.

Me and B.

After the reception we turn our mini van north again. I would have stayed the night but I have to be at a church meeting at 7:30AM in morning.