Happy Fourth of July!
Generally I am more timely in posting about the 4th. But this year, I was out there celebrating! Yes, instead of staying in town and passing time by blogging and such until the fireworks display and then wondering why I have a headache every Independence Day, the kids and I all made the big trek to Leeds (20 miles away) and participated in their annual 4th of July activities. We joined forces with the Welches and sang a 20 minute set of oldies but goodies. We were even brave enough to throw in extra instrumentation.
Bobo and Tessa played the cello and violin respectively. That was a fun switch-it-up
And I got to play the accordion. What's independence day for if not for being free to do what you want? I do feel bad that the instruments I love (e.g. organ, accordion) are not typically loved by everyone -- Just like "Jambalaya" is not loved by everyone. Anyway how fortunate am I to have friends and family who let me do what I want? :)
I hope you noticed Joe on drums (which he says is where you put the people who can't play an instrument) Problem with Joe is he can play all of them, and sometimes you need somebody on percussion. -- And if you look a little closer, you can see Ben joining us on Bass Guitar (it's enough to make a momma's eyes well-up!) And check out Cameron (penny whistle, mandolin, and uke)
And before I thank Jenna and Becky for setting this all up and being such fun to play with -- I need to point out Sam on banjo, with a disclaimer -- Hurry home, Macey! The kids are getting into all your stuff (your instruments at any rate.) And if you get home in the next three and 1/4 months, we'll even save a spot for you in the family band, 'cause there's always room for one more!
Thank you Welch Family! That was the best 4th ever!
Whoops, I almost forgot to mention Naji and Leah! They have so much fun playing together, we almost forget they're there! But then they are so cute, we remember them anyway.
If thou art merry, praise the Lord with singing, with music, with dancing, and with a prayer of praise and thanksgiving. If thou art sorrowful, call on the Lord thy God with supplication, that your souls may be joyful. D&C 136:28-29
What a Fourth of July party! You're so lucky to have a manager to get the gig for you. And how fun to have all your children playing with you! It is amazing how we always give the drum to the person with nothing to do. It is ironic, because a good drummer makes a huge difference! Good job, Joe. I loved the banjo, too! Good job, Sam. Bobo is great on the cello! And how lucky you were to have Ben play bass! And how better to finish it off than the chicken dance? What fun!
ReplyDeletelooks like a good time was had by all.
ReplyDeleteIt was a wonderful 4th of July, spent with the some of the most fun and talented people that we know! Thanks, Runs Through clan, for blessing our little ol' town of Leeds with the gift of your music. It's always a blast when we're making music with our friends. :) Oh, and the video of Naji and Leah dancing was way too cute! I hadn't seen them dancing, so that was a treat to see.
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