I have attended the Wasatch 5th Ward's Neighborhood Parade and Breakfast on the 4th of July as long as I can remember. Sure, there was the 4th of July on my mission and a few during my single years I missed, but nonetheless, it's been a big part of my life. Bright and early on the 4th, we walk the parade route from Top of the World circle down to the church. My mom, my sister, and two other ladies always play this fantastic 4 piano version of "Stars and Stripes." And then, we have a pancake breakfast. It's one of my favorite Mortimer family traditions and it's great to see old ward family and friends.
Now, it's a tradition for my family, too. John and I have been going for 9 years now. Katie looks forward to it for months. When talking about it, she used to say, "I can't wait for the parade on The Four July!" Even though John and I still call it that, she usually corrects us. Oh well. She doesn't say "Christmas Steve" or "Valentimes" anymore either. She really is growing up!
Jennie is in the Primary Presidency and got put in charge of the parade. Here she is with the banner she made.
Our patriotic pooch
Mitchell loving the parade
What good dads (and doggie owners) John and Steve are!
Ga Ga and Katie
Happy "The Four July" from the Huts!!!
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