We spent the Fourth of July in Grace this year, being about as American as one can. What is more American than celebrating in a small farming community surrounded by those you love most? We were pelted with salt water taffy being thrown from moving vehicles, the boys played in the three-on-three basketball tournament, we ate too much cheesecake, and chatted with our family. (though we sure missed sam and mike!)

^^candy thrown right into her lap. ever wonder what pure joy looks like? wonder no longer.^^

^^how adorable is hailey?! i mean, really. it's unfair.^^

Man, oh, man are we grateful to live in a country which allows us our freedoms and for those who have sacrificed, and currently sacrifice, so much so we can enjoy them everyday. 

"And this be our motto: 'In God is our trust.'

And the star-spangled banner in triumph shall wave

O'er the land of the free and the home of the brave!"