Oregon trip continued

The fourth of July turned out perfect, just like every year. The 4th is honestly one of my favorite holidays, I look forward to it year year. Jared was there of course representing his counrty with an American flag (that he was very entertained by). Then we had some swimming, shot gun shooting (for the men), lots of yummy food, great company, and of course the main event is the fireworks show. We dont mess around when it comes to fireworks at the Nelson's, especially this year. My uncle even went out and got a permit to shoot off the huge illegal fireworks to light off on the farm. Shawn felt very priveleged and gitty (actually) to be one of three men who were in charge of the firework show this year. So, after hours of planning, set up, and $2,500 later we had an amazing firework show. Here is a picture of my happy husband planning out the firework show.
Blake and I tried many many times to get a great shot of a firework going off, and this is the best we could get.

Then Saturday morning came and we all had to say good bye to Amy, Jared, and Blake. We loved spending time with them for a few days, so it was sad to see them go, especially for my parents becasue they had Jared and Amy with them at the house for the last month...and of course loved every minuet of it! Here is Shawn and Jared doing one of their typical activities when they are together...armwrestling. Jared loves to do arm wrestling and thumb wars with people, even though he has lost most of his muslce he is still very very strong.

Saying good bye to Jared Paul.
Jared in his new van ready for a long ride back to Utah. Jared just got a fancy new van with a pull down TV so he can watch movies on his long trips.

And they are gone, Shawn and I left the next morning. We wanted to take advantage of all the days off we could get. We had such a great trip. We love going home. Thank you mom and dad and Kyle for having us come and stay with you for a week, it was perfect. We love you!!!!