This year's Pioneer Day Celebration was held in Pima. And I am excited to report there wasn't a drop of rain that fell. (In past years, we've gotten sprinkled on, poured on, and even rained out.) It was beautiful, cloudy afternoon full of festivities. Jason had to work and endured some time closing intersections and pointing people to the parade route. Reagan and Travis loved the parade, hanging out with Larson cousins, and of course-- the fun kid games after dinner. We all enjoyed the fireworks show as the night ended with a "bang!" Fun memories!
Travis got all his curls cut off by Aunt Amy. He looks so grown up! Mom got a new do too, but I didn't think to get a pic!
Don't ya love that grin?! Silly girl!Yesterday's festivities and today's church got me thinking about pioneers. I've never been much of a history buff--much to my husband's dismay. However, I do love stories of pioneers and their sacrifices...it is all humbling and leaves me awe struck. Jason's family has tales of handcart companies and people who made the trek West for the Church. The stories are amazing.
I also to think of modern pioneers, too. Both of my grandmothers (Louise Faye Fultz Hardt & Fannie Mayrice Steele Cole) are converts to the Church. They were pioneers for our families...they found the gospel and chose to make it their lives. In some ways, I am a pioneer also. I am the only active member of my immediate family. I want my children to have a legacy...to have the church in their lives. So is life...To Be A Pioneer!
PS--The Gila Valley is pioneering too...with our temple! It is going up fast and there was even an article in the paper today about it! Last week we went and saw it and it was just metal and this week the walls are going up! How exciting! Check out the church website for pics...I'm a slacker and haven't taken any!
4 comments:
I enjoyed your thoughts on pioneers. I am glad you have stayed active. I remember always being impressed when we were in school that you would always come to church even though your parents did not. I always looked up to you for that. Thanks for being a great example.
There are ALL KINDS of pioneers and I'm so very grateful that you and your family pioneers are setting the course and leading the way for our grandkids.
The parade and activities were fun and I'm glad that we were all together having a great time!
Have fun in Colorado and bring LOTS of pictures!!
Isn't it funny how both you and I were at the celebration, and never saw each other? Ha ha, there were SO many people there! We saw Jason though Ü Travis' hair looks good, and now I'm so anxious to see yours! Do you love it? What did you do? Talk to you soon!
I didn't know they had a Pioneer Day celebration in the Gila Valley. Makes sense since it's a bunch of mormons.
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