Friday, July 9, 2010
My 4th of July weekend!
Saturday the 3rd- Started out as a beautiful, cool July day...
Ok, I will skip all of the minute details and spare you the monotony of my day.
Basicallly, I woke up. Went to work. Sold a car. Came home.
Now, the evening of the third is a whole different story! I was invited by an amazing family to attend the Stadium of Fire celebration in Provo with them. I have never been to it and only knew what to expect from word of mouth and a vague recollection of me sitting on my car roof last year trying to catch a glimpse of the fireworks.
The program was all laid out and several acts were to perform. Before the festivities got under way, my amazing guy Judson, decided he was hungry and was going to get something to eat. Several minutes later, what do I see? Here comes Judson with the biggest grin on his face looking like the cat who swallowed the Canary... (I have to include a cat reference whenever I can!) Carrying what looks like an extinct Velociraptor leg drumstick!!! This thing was honestly the size of a small dog! Whatever bird lived to give his leg up to eat, was either in the weight category of a Sumo Wrestling Turkey, or a bird severely strung up on steroids. We all started laughing when we saw the hilariousness of it all.
The program started and it was so exciting to be a part of it all. There were motorcycles, bands, Boy Scouts, Military, dancers and singers. One of the acts featured the 5 Browns from Alpine Utah. 5 siblings who play 5 pianos at the same time to create mesmerizing music. This is the part where Angela complains...
The magnificent song the 5 Browns chose to play, was none other than the theme from, (wait for it......) STAR WARS! Ok now normally on any other occasion I would have been thrilled to hear this song banged out on the Steinway's Ebony and Ivory keys. However, I found myself not enjoying it fully because I was disappointed that it was not patriotic and appropriate for the 4th of July! (Even though Star Wars is about as American as you can get.) Come on!!! This is the holiday to celebrate the day we, as a young nation declared our Independance over 200 years ago. Can't we have the acts on this celebratory day be a little more patriotic?
Other than those 15 minutes of unpatriotic Star Wars theme music, I had a wonderful time! Carrie Underwood was the main act and she was wonderful live. One other thing on the program; was an Eagle Scout Court of Honor. (the largest in history, with boy scouts from several states participating.) Here is the cute thing! There was a man in his 100's that has been with the Boy Scout program literally all his life. (I think they said boy scouts started 108 yrs. ago.) He said his lead into the ceremony and he was in his scout uniform and I have to say that it was the cutest thing ever! He looked so fragile but yet had a visible passion for what he was talking about. Very cool. : )
Obviously the fireworks were AMAZING!!!! Ok, I have said enough.
Ok, I will skip all of the minute details and spare you the monotony of my day.
Basicallly, I woke up. Went to work. Sold a car. Came home.
Now, the evening of the third is a whole different story! I was invited by an amazing family to attend the Stadium of Fire celebration in Provo with them. I have never been to it and only knew what to expect from word of mouth and a vague recollection of me sitting on my car roof last year trying to catch a glimpse of the fireworks.
The program was all laid out and several acts were to perform. Before the festivities got under way, my amazing guy Judson, decided he was hungry and was going to get something to eat. Several minutes later, what do I see? Here comes Judson with the biggest grin on his face looking like the cat who swallowed the Canary... (I have to include a cat reference whenever I can!) Carrying what looks like an extinct Velociraptor leg drumstick!!! This thing was honestly the size of a small dog! Whatever bird lived to give his leg up to eat, was either in the weight category of a Sumo Wrestling Turkey, or a bird severely strung up on steroids. We all started laughing when we saw the hilariousness of it all.
The program started and it was so exciting to be a part of it all. There were motorcycles, bands, Boy Scouts, Military, dancers and singers. One of the acts featured the 5 Browns from Alpine Utah. 5 siblings who play 5 pianos at the same time to create mesmerizing music. This is the part where Angela complains...
The magnificent song the 5 Browns chose to play, was none other than the theme from, (wait for it......) STAR WARS! Ok now normally on any other occasion I would have been thrilled to hear this song banged out on the Steinway's Ebony and Ivory keys. However, I found myself not enjoying it fully because I was disappointed that it was not patriotic and appropriate for the 4th of July! (Even though Star Wars is about as American as you can get.) Come on!!! This is the holiday to celebrate the day we, as a young nation declared our Independance over 200 years ago. Can't we have the acts on this celebratory day be a little more patriotic?
Other than those 15 minutes of unpatriotic Star Wars theme music, I had a wonderful time! Carrie Underwood was the main act and she was wonderful live. One other thing on the program; was an Eagle Scout Court of Honor. (the largest in history, with boy scouts from several states participating.) Here is the cute thing! There was a man in his 100's that has been with the Boy Scout program literally all his life. (I think they said boy scouts started 108 yrs. ago.) He said his lead into the ceremony and he was in his scout uniform and I have to say that it was the cutest thing ever! He looked so fragile but yet had a visible passion for what he was talking about. Very cool. : )
Obviously the fireworks were AMAZING!!!! Ok, I have said enough.
The 6 F's of the 4th of July
Let me start by saying, that this is my second favorite holiday of the year! (I know a lot of you probably thought that would be my Birthday,hee hee but no.) Bear with me!
Friends- What kind of holiday would this be if the people in your life were not close and together to experience such a wonderful thing as freedom?
Family- In my family, we have several traditions. On the 4th, we gather around a Victrola (made in 1915) and listen to the scratchy record recording of The Star Spangled Banner played by an orchestra from the 30's. Might I add, that the volume control depends on how far you open the doors on the top and bottom! haha how creative! Now that is what I call old school stereo sound!
Food- All of you know that this is a vital part of the day. BBQ's, fruit, and potato salads, desserts and punch. Yummy!
Fireworks- What an amazing and awe inspiring thing to watch! I look around me at the crowds of people from every walks of life, of every age, and every nationality. They all have one thing in common: In the beautiful, incredible moments of sparks and colored fire lighting up the night sky, nothing else matters. Every face is lit by the glow of awe, wonder and amazement and for those precious moments, I can't help but think of everyone as my neighbor and friend united by the love of this nation.
Flag- This, our nation's symbol of freedom, courage, hope, and dignity, is a beacon to all who live in this magnificent, beautiful land of the free and home of the brave.
It is so important as citizens of this great nation to learn about, respect, and protect the flag. Red signifies Bravery and Valor. White is the Purity and Innocence. Blue signifies the Vigilence and Justice. The 50 White stars symbolize the 50 Unites States.
Freedom- Finally, let me say that we must not forget the men and women who have sacrificed to keep this great nation how it should be: FREE! Freedom is often taken for granted and I hope that as we reflect this time on how and why our nation became the Unites States of America, that we will remember the sacrifice of others gone before to make the way for us!
I absolutely love the 4th of July!
Friends- What kind of holiday would this be if the people in your life were not close and together to experience such a wonderful thing as freedom?
Family- In my family, we have several traditions. On the 4th, we gather around a Victrola (made in 1915) and listen to the scratchy record recording of The Star Spangled Banner played by an orchestra from the 30's. Might I add, that the volume control depends on how far you open the doors on the top and bottom! haha how creative! Now that is what I call old school stereo sound!
Food- All of you know that this is a vital part of the day. BBQ's, fruit, and potato salads, desserts and punch. Yummy!
Fireworks- What an amazing and awe inspiring thing to watch! I look around me at the crowds of people from every walks of life, of every age, and every nationality. They all have one thing in common: In the beautiful, incredible moments of sparks and colored fire lighting up the night sky, nothing else matters. Every face is lit by the glow of awe, wonder and amazement and for those precious moments, I can't help but think of everyone as my neighbor and friend united by the love of this nation.
Flag- This, our nation's symbol of freedom, courage, hope, and dignity, is a beacon to all who live in this magnificent, beautiful land of the free and home of the brave.
It is so important as citizens of this great nation to learn about, respect, and protect the flag. Red signifies Bravery and Valor. White is the Purity and Innocence. Blue signifies the Vigilence and Justice. The 50 White stars symbolize the 50 Unites States.
Freedom- Finally, let me say that we must not forget the men and women who have sacrificed to keep this great nation how it should be: FREE! Freedom is often taken for granted and I hope that as we reflect this time on how and why our nation became the Unites States of America, that we will remember the sacrifice of others gone before to make the way for us!
I absolutely love the 4th of July!
Friday, July 2, 2010
Leedle Deets!
Here I am sitting at work and all I want to do is go swimming or lounge around in the bright, wonderful sun! I often wonder what "normal" Students and people my age do on any given day as beautiful as this one. It has been 3 days since I got my wisdom teeth removed. Have no fear my friends, I am still very wise and have no intention on losing any wisdom in the long term. I feel, however that I am losing brain cells. This crazy medicine that the doc gave me is some crazy stuff!
I suppose any medicine in my system would be crazy considering I haven't really had anything stronger than Ibuprofen. My head is spinning, eyes half mast, random bursts of giggles, and even the occasional dizzy spell. As you may well know, I am new at this posting thing and so I ask that you all bear with me until I become used to the idea of writing my thoughts and not getting any feedback in return.
I suppose any medicine in my system would be crazy considering I haven't really had anything stronger than Ibuprofen. My head is spinning, eyes half mast, random bursts of giggles, and even the occasional dizzy spell. As you may well know, I am new at this posting thing and so I ask that you all bear with me until I become used to the idea of writing my thoughts and not getting any feedback in return.
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