Memorial Weekend Remembrance and some fun, too!

Let's not forget why we all get a 3 day weekend this weekend.

Thanks to those who gave the ultimate sacrifice for our country and our freedom. May we always remember those who served and never made it out of the uniform.

We are not a military family. I had never really considered it an option - not because I don't want to serve, but more because I didn't know much about it. Everyone I knew was going on to college or some other higher education in a certain field (like Steve's trade school). I only knew of one person I had met while working at a daycare, we ended up in a relationship for a couple of months before he left for boot camp. That was pure hell. Saying goodbye to someone I cared deeply for was torture. Since we were so early on in the relationship, it just didn't last.

I know he made it home safely.

There are many who do not.

So, again, my sincere thanks to those who died serving our country.

And because of their sacrifice, the rest of America could enjoy a long weekend.

It was perfect weather, to boot.

Our dear friends over at Schimpf Farms were having a little get together.

They told us to bring the kids and the toys!

They live on over 20 acres in a town up north. They live near Nick, Steve's BFF. It's about a 45 minute ride for us.

Anyway, they have 4 awesome boys, all within 3.5 years. They had a set of twins in there! LOL.

They live on the best farm. This is seriously an awesome playground for adults and kids alike!