Memorial Day has always been a favorite weekend of mine. Celebrating all those that have sacrificed to make our country great is the best reason for a holiday. It's also the kickoff to summer, and means family, food, and fun!
We started off the morning with the Clarence parade, and the kids were thrilled to take their grocery sacks to gather all the candy that's thrown to the side. We got the most perfect spots right near the beginning of the parade route, which meant we were first to see everything, and we were easily able to leave when it was finished. The weather was perfect--warm, but with a cool breeze--and it was wonderful sitting outside!
After the parade we headed down to East Aurora to see the house, and have a picnic lunch. Next was a trip to Knox Farm, where we explored the trails and forest--and quickly discovered a new favorite place. Then we dropped Ryan off at a friend's house for a party--hiking down to the falls for a campfire! We drove back to Clarence to the McAffees' house for a BBQ with them and the Hulse family. What fun we always have with them! Super yummy food, lots of laughs, and beautiful weather--can't beat it!
