Under beautiful blue skies with the thrill of competition in the air, the boys and girls of Big Springs Ranch for Children flawlessly recited The Pledge of Allegiance for the judges and rode off with the 1st place trophy for their patriotism and their creativity!

The children marched in the parade last year, but this year the BSRC Auxiliary decided to pitch in and help them enter a float!  And, wow, what a float indeed! 

It's theme was “Children are the ‘spark’ of life!”, so each of the boys and girls was dressed as a  firecracker, complete with sound effects from popping balloons.

Sparkly hats completed their outfits and the float itself was a sight to behold!  Decorated with fringe, banners, and the beautiful smiling faces of our children, how could it not have won the top prize?  Miss Oma Bell Perry proudly rode along with the children and carried the trophy in her lap to the delight of the children and townspeople alike.

As always, the Auxiliary came through like the champs they are.  Very special thanks go to Ava & Tommy Tollett, who spearheaded the event along with Sue and Max Neihart, Cathy & Bruce Berryhill, and all the many other Auxiliary members who contributed mightily to the success of the venture.

The children had a 4th of July they’ll remember a long, long time!

Right: Miss Oma Bell Perry proudly displaying BSRC's 1st Place trophy.