Pioneer Day

In Utah we get to celebrate two Fourths: the Fourth of July and the Twenty-Fourth of July. One we celebrate for gaining independence from Britain with the signing of the Declaration of Independence, and the other we celebrate the pioneers who crossed the plains to escape religious persecution. I'm very thankful for both and am glad that they both get such recognition.

I'm also glad that they both get parades, (I've been working downtown at the Salt Palace the last four days and got to see all the floats getting ready for the parade...)

and firework displays.

AMAZING!!!
The finale was Spectacular and I dare say even better than the ones on the Fourth. Thank you, Pioneers, for enduring hardships, trials, and death across the plains to create this wonderful city and state. And for the fireworks that commemorate your trek.