Dave and Jan started moving into their house in Cedar City the last week-end of May. Their furniture arrived on June 2nd, and the process of getting settled began in earnest. A week later they were pretty well unpacked – and they welcomed daughter Alissa and family as their first visitors on June 10th. As of the middle of July everything is pretty much the way they planned for things to be apart from one piece of “mud room” furniture which is yet to come. Today (July 16th) Dave created a video “virtual tour” of the house to share with friends who said they would like one, but it is too large to send to friends and family by e-mail, so here are some still shots of the house and its various rooms in its somewhat “finished” condition.

Dave and Jan are very thankful for the Lord’s generous provision of such a comfortable house in such a pleasant location – and thankful as well for Jan’s parents who paved much of the way by their provision of a generous inheritance. And to think – there is the assurance for those who enjoy a personal relationship with Christ that things are going to be far better in the “home” He assured His followers He was going to prepare (John 14:1-6)!

Dave and Jan were very happy to see the clear display of patriotism in Cedar City with the recent celebration of the 4th of July. With so many discouraging reports of anti-Americanism and the foolish destruction of national monuments and even open calls for the embrace of socialism in our nation, it was heartening to witness a strong celebration of America’s history and heritage on the streets of the city Dave and Jan are happy to be calling their home.

A small-town Forth of July parade was enjoyed by thousands along the Main Street parade route through the center of the city.

A number of significant events in American history were depicted – each one preceded by a banner identifying the event.

The American flag was on full display – and it was heartily cheered by many of those who saw it so visibly displayed in numerous ways.

Model A fans displayed a series of beautifully restored vintage vehicles.

And, of course, what would a city parade be without the participation of some of the public servants who so faithfully serve the community – especially the fire department which had the opportunity to put its skills to work in the evening as fire works displays were seen all across the city!

As you can tell, it was an enjoyable and encouraging 4th of July in Cedar City where one of the floats included a choir appropriately singing “God bless America, Land that I love.” And Dave and Jan DO love America!