Happy Memorial Day, friends! I hope you’ve had a relaxing, fun weekend with some time off from work. Today we honor the fallen heroes of our amazing country and the ultimate sacrifices they made to secure and provide the freedoms we are fortunate enough to have everyday.
While we all jump at the opportunity to have fun on holidays and long weekends, spend time with loved ones and indulge in yummy food, I always try to take a little time to reflect on the meaning of why and what we are celebrating.
Unfortunately the world and country we live in today is full of adversity and division. It’s no secret that there is a lot of polarity, perhaps more than ever before. Regardless of politics and current events, our ability to have and express our viewpoints and opinions- both in agreement or differing-wouldn’t be possible without the freedoms we have to do so. I’m thankful to all of the brave men and women who have made this possible. It’s all too easy to look at what and who is wrong in our world but today, I think it’s important to remember what is right. I fully believe we can always find things to be grateful for, especially when they have been given to us at such a remarkable cost and sacrifice from these fallen heroes. We remember them a little more on this Memorial Day and all that was endured for this freedom. My gratitude also goes out to their respective families and loved ones.
On a silly note, it’s always nice having a few days off to relax and recharge! The food is definitely always the top highlight of a holiday weekend for me. Ya’ll know I had to kick off the start of summer with my favorite key lime bar recipe- I love this one from Tastes Better from Scratch. They are super tangy and refreshing- also so easy and delish if you love key lime pie. We also made BBQ sliders for dinner which fits all the fun holiday vibes and to really top things off, I’m finishing my weekend with National Treasure, LOL. All the Americana vibes today- Happy Memorial Day!
Until next time, xx!
