Memorial Day 2011

We had some last minute visitors join us this year for Memorial Day. Grandma Lynie and Papa Mike decided to pay as a visit. The even brought their dog Buddy with them. Since it was so last minute and Grandma had to work on the Friday, they arrived Saturday afternoon just in time to have lunch at Taco Bell. Then they spoiled us with Ice Cream at Steve's Ice Cream. By then most of the day was gone. So, we headed home for some visiting.

Here's Jack sitting in a high chair at Taco Bell. Doesn't he look thrilled? He really enjoyed their rice and refried beans.

Sunday, was Church. So we enjoyed our morning meetings and then had lunch at home. Mommy and Jack took a much needed nap while the others watched movies.

Monday, we all woke up and had brunch at the Black Bear Diner. Then somehow Noah talked them into going back to Steve's for more Ice Cream. Twice in one weekend? What spoiled kids we have. Then it was time to say goodbye. Both of them had to be at work early the next morning and they had about a 10 hour drive ahead of them.

Here is the results of the photo shoot we had prior to going to brunch. I found matching flag shirts for all the kids.
After Grandma and Papa left town we decided to take the kids to the local Veterans Cemetery. We had never been there, but have heard how cool it is on the holidays that honor or service men and women. I couldn't believe how many flags were displayed and how many artifacts and monuments they have to explore. I think next year we will try to make it to the ceremony. It was nice to explain to Noah and Zoe the importance of Memorial Day. That it is more than just an extra day off of school or work.

The front gate...

Overlooking the field of flags, marking all of the graves.

The kids had fun spotting all the lizards along our walk...
A missile launcher used by the Marines...
A Torpedo...
It was a fun filled weekend.