How we celebrated the 4th of July.

We had a picnic with Mom (Grandma Bodily) and the twins on the Monday before the 4th. She didn't want to be around the crowds. She thought it would be easier. We met at Niagra Springs about 1/2 way between Jerome and Buhl. It really is nice. A lot nicer than the last time we were there. Mom really enjoyed being outside and hearing the sounds of nature-birds, water flowing, etc. Ric & I and the twins played 2 games of sling ball while Mom watched.
Then on the 4th, Grant treated us to a float trip down the river near Hagerman. He wanted to take us up near Yellowstone, but we couldn't afford the extra gas. He said that river would have had rapids or about 3 miles solid-level 3. That would have been extremely fun. We still enjoyed the float trip. It had some fun times and a long, slow area also. It finished up with rapids. During the fun times, James was smiling from ear to ear. We packed a lunch and stopped about 1/2 way during the float to eat.
James absolutely loves Uncle Rick. They stayed the afternoon and early evening. We BBQ'd steaks and finshed off the potato salad. Thanks Grant for treating us to a fun day. (It was a lot more fun than the usual boring parade that Buhl provides.)