July 4th

We did a little something different this year for our July 4th Holiday. Usually we are up in Provo which is packed with fun and activity. This year we stayed home while Scott's family gathered for his fathers 65th Birthday (on the fancy day itself). As much fun as we have in Utah every year, it was a nice change to relax and stay put. And I mean, really relax. We were at their home most of the weekend while the kids played with cousins and we sat around stuffing our faces and caught up with everyone.
Scott's Mom has had a Saturday surprise in store for Bob for months, so Friday night we had a fun family BBQ and exchanged gifts and had cake, all to convince him that was his official celebration. But Saturday at lunchtime many friends and family just showed up at the house to partake in lunch and well wishing. It was a nice surprise for him and was such a sweet effort on her part. And a success! (as far as he's letting on anyway...) :)
After the event was over we swam again, had snow cones (of course!), partook of some balance-board Wii action (who knew Todd had such hip swish capabilities?) and ended the evening with fireworks. After some loud snappers, spinning flowers and a few bottle rockets in the pool, I think the sparklers were the biggest hit of all.
It was great to be with the Leaver fam.
Hope you all had a beautiful, summery and celebratory 4th!

(Here are Luke & Sadie showing off their American tattoos. And Luke doing so with a ladybug friend)