So kids tonight I write to you and anyone else who may ever read this blog. If you haven't gone to the Layton 4th of July program the Sunday before the 4th, you haven't ever truly experienced the 4th of July. Layton does such an amazing job honoring those who have served in the armed forces and reminding us why we celebrate this holiday each year. They have patriotic music and they honor Layton citizens who are hometown heroes. About three years ago my Grandpa Lorin was honored. Tonight was wonderful. Grandpa sang beautifully and the best part of the whole night is when my Grandpa's singing group (The Men of Song) sing all the armed forces theme songs. There is not a dry eye in the audience. During each song those who served in each organization are invited to stand during their song. It is so moving. How grateful I am for those who have served in the armed forces. They have done so much for our freedom. Tonight I am especially thankful for my Dad who served in Vietnam, my grandfather Lorin who served in World War II, my grandma Alba who served in World War II, my father in-law who served in the army and my brother in-law who served in that National Guard. These men and women sacrificed their lives, their dreams, everything that was comfortable so that they could preserve our freedom and priviledges of being an American. Lastly I would like to thank my amazing brother Brian who served in the army and who was decorated with the silver star. He is a true hero in every sense of the word. He saved eleven other soliders during enemy fire in Korea. He risked his own life for those whom he didn't know, but that made no difference. He would not be happy about me writing about this, but one day Ethan and Sarah you will read this and know that you know and love a true hero.
So today honor a solider. Whether or not you know this person or not tell them thank you. Offer your gratitude, respect, and thanks. Happy 4th!
Nice little band singing some folk music.
Emily Bull dancing to the music.
Misty, Kyle Anderson, Cathy Bull, Doug Bull and Thomas Bull enjoying the music.
Ryan Bull, Thomas Bull, Bryson Bull, Megan Beck, and Britton Gardner loving Grandpa's performance.
Grandpa singing with the Men of Song.
Grandpa and Paul singing.
Karli enjoying the night. I love this girl!!
The Men of Song doing what they do best singing the armed forces music.
Wonderful night, wonderful memories. I love you guys!
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