We began the day by getting up very early to watch the hot air balloons take off in Provo (Dallin didn't particularly enjoy getting up early, but I figured he would thank me later). As it turned out, he loved watching the balloons. His favorites: Smokey the Bear and the giant strawberry. Next, we sat down for a pancake breakfast (on the same field where they launched the balloons) and then headed over to the parade. We used to do this every year growing up, but I had lost interest until this year (It is so much more fun seeing your child get excited about something). I finally understand why parents battle through crowds, parking, chaos, and heat to watch a parade for 2 1/2 hours. We had a blast and Dallin loved every second of it. The marching bands, fire engines, and the horses were his favorites - he would just stare in awe as they passed. 
Dallin watching the parade with help from grandpa Bates
Dallin with cousins Megan and Addi Easley
Michael, Connor, and Jeanne (aka "mom") at the pancake breakfast
Dallin watching the parade with help from grandpa Bates
Grandma Bates and Dallin
Michael and Dallin with grandpa and grandma Easley
Dallin with cousins Megan and Addi Easley
2 comments:
Too bad you're such a hot mama. You are soooooo beautiful! You don't need a hearing aid do you? Can you hear me ok? =)
that balloon shot with dallin is priceless!
wish we were in utah to hang out with you guys!
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