Patriotic Parade Float!

 We honored God and Country on July 4th with our extended family group by taking part in the Salem parade, singin' and stringin' on a patriotic hay ride float!


We managed to find a spot for all 20 of us on the trailer, with our instruments and baskets of candy.  


The trailer was set up with banners on the sides and back of the float.  The side banners say simply "Faith Family Freedom", and the back banner read "Blessed is the nation whose GOD is the LORD."  


We sang and played our hearts out as my nephew Jed Morley drove us through the streets of Salem.  The response was heartwarming as many people smiled, waved, and sang along with our "God Bless America" and "America the Beautiful."  Mom Morley's librarian told her the next day, "That was my favorite float in the parade!"  Susanna's employer's grandson said the Million Dollar tract was his favorite treat!  We had a wonderful time sharing our little tribute to God and Country, followed by a picnic at Uncle Fain's house, and watching the fireworks while eating homemade ice cream!  



Beforehand, we worked together to attach rolled-up million-dollar-bill gospel tracts to pieces of Jolly Rancher candy, and we prepared many pounds of candy this way to throw out to the crowds.


As a fun little project, Susanna and Jonathan put together their own arrangement of "Battle Hymn of the Republic" on piano and organ. You can check out their youtube video here! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8mCeqQpj3aU

Hope you all had a happy summer! 


In a time and a culture that is at increasingly great risk, we desire to share the ageless truth that God created each precious human being, and that they can live out God’s plan for their lives and their families. The Ten Commandments are still relevant. The Bible is still the message that tells us the story of Jesus and our hope of salvation and eternal life. There is forgiveness for sins and there is hope and healing for sorrow, loss, and pain. God can still enable His children to live authentic Christian lives. He still purposes to give Peace on Earth and Favor to all mankind! The joy of music, Jesus Christ, and family togetherness is a great blessing to us and we trust you will find the same for yourself and your family!

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