Fourth of July posted by Chad

A gathering of a bunch of Hancocks happened on the 4th of July weekend - 2009. The "fireworks" started with plenty of poppers.

Then those with the pyro gene took to displaying a "legal" firework show...with only a few "scares." No ambulance needed. That night the boys all slept in tents in the backyard.

The kids lined up ("behind the white line" - sort of) at the Tooele 4th of July Parade. With their bags in hand, they were ready for candy. The 5K run had a little more excitement this year with some NEW participants. Pauline, Libby, and Kim (and Luke!) decided in the 11th hour to join Zach, Chad, Steve, Jared, and Julie in the race. All survived. All finished. Zach brought home a medal and promptly awarded it to Pauline. Next year we expect more Hancock family participants.

Ladies looking lovely at the Parade.

Grandma's famous potato salad at the picnic at the park. It was as good as it looks! Yummy!

The line-up at the park for our meal. Feeding this crew is no simple task. Grandpa and Grandma have it down to a science.

A raging game of Hancock Soccer ensued...leaving the old men feeling a little stiff the next day.

We made s'mores at the park. Later that night, we went to the fireworks in Grantsville.

Great memories were made. Laughs were had by all. Lots of time for family bonding.