Parade

Everyone was in the parade this year except for me and KayDee. Justin and Rachel drove the white brush fire truck and Kevin drove the red fire truck. Samantha and Derrick rode their bikes, which we decorated with Rachel's help. There was really no competition for candy this year, since all the kids collecting it were younger than KayDee. She brought her pink backpack to be sure to get enough for Samantha and Derrick. People threw candy, popcicles and fifty cent pieces.
Our town has some neat traditions for the Forth of July. Of course we have the Rodeo, and on the 4th the fire trucks drive up and down the street with their sirens on to alert everyone to come to the flag raising ceremony, which is followed by breakfast at the park. The breakfast is really good too, it includes pancakes, eggs and potatoes.