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Strawberry Days



So PG has this lovely summer tradition called Strawberry Days. It includes free swimming at the pool, concerts, parades, rodeos, beauty pageants, and the best part of all the carnival.

Before I continue a word about the parade. On Wednesday they have the chidren's parade which is basically the kids from primarys all over the town marching up a hill and around a block. She did it last year and HATED it. It is scheduled for 5:00 in the afternoon or when the temperature reaches 100 degrees. The kids are sweaty, crabby, and nobody is watching them pass because EVERYONE is in the parade. She said she never wanted to do it again and it was horrible etc...(Did I mention parents kind of are encouraged to walk the parade with the kids?) On Sunday at Primary there was a marketing attempt to get foolish walkers to do the parade. Abbie was all excited. I was torn between good mommy-"I love that you want to be active in your church and communty. I will support you in whatever you want and not discourage your dreams" and bad mommy-"There ain't NO way in heckins (Abbie's word) that we are going". Bad mommy won.

Here are a few pictures of the carnival.


Dear Uncle Ben,
We totally get it about cotton candy. We doubt this year's reunion will feature it though. Bummer.

Dear Uncle Jettit & Grandpa G,
We totally brushed our teeth tonight.

Comments

AnnEE said…
I love how Abbie totally poses for each picture. Once again, totally YOUR daughter. Thanks for calling us and inviting us to join you for some Strawberry days festivities. After eating the delectable fair treats, I almost threw up. However, I didn't. Yay for me!
June 21, 2007 at 8:15 AM
Jessica G. said…
We went this afternoon! I love Strawberry Days! I like that it's small and more personal. And I like how one hour of rides can wear out my kids.
June 23, 2007 at 2:38 PM
Jessica G. said…
From Jaquelyn: Abbie, I like having you in swimming lessons. I rode the carousel. I rode the train with my brother. I like your sister. Bye!
June 25, 2007 at 4:12 PM
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