at A Southern Daydreamer.
This year Memorial Day is on May 25th.
Me·mo·ri·al Day (m-môr-l, -mr-) KEY NOUN:
May 30, observed in the United States in commemoration of those members of the armed forces killed in war. It is officially observed on the last Monday in May. Also called Decoration Day .
There is something about watching a flag blowing in the wind that captures your patriotic spirit.
Once a Navy man, always a Navy man...
This is my dad, he was in the Navy during the Korean War.
What I have noticed most about people who have
been in the military is their undying love for our country.
So in keeping with the upcoming holiday, I pulled out the bunting.
I love to see my house in it's patriotic colors.
Bunting makes me think of summer.
I am not quite ready for the heat of summer but maybe the homemade ice cream could make an appearance at anytime.
Ivy and I also planted a few planters in the front yard on Sunday. Here she is enjoying the fruits of her labor.
It needs to fill in a bit but I think I will have some nice color soon.
Foxgloves have always been one of my favorites. Ivy picked the color.
Thanks for stopping by and have a happy holiday... maybe
make some homemade ice cream and give a veteran a hug.
Now skip on back to Susan's for more outdoor fun. You will see a list of
participants to continue your outdoor adventures.
Forever may she wave......
over the land of the free.
13 comments:
your house looks so festive with the bunting. really nice. I love memorial day. I love the marching bands, and parades, and the services that remind everybody to stop for just a minute and remember; freedom isn't free. thank you for sharing.
Love all of your bunting, and it always reminds me of the Fourth, too and feels so festive! My uncle was in the Navy in WWII, and my cousin (now deceased) was in the Air Force during Nam. His son is a Hurricane Hunter (and has done stints in the Middle East), so I am very thankful for our military and their sacrifices for our freedoms!
Happy Outdoor Wednesday...
XO,
Sheila :-)
Patriotism...that's what it's all about...thanks for the peek at how you celebrate "Memorial" Day...
Happy Outdoor Wednesday Mary Rose! A wonderful post to our armed forces! Your dad was a handsome man in uniform! Thanks for sharing your photos.~ Susan
Just lovely. I'm thinking about devoting all of next week to honor those who serve. Such a wonderful thing to share - thanks!
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Thank you for reminding us that Memorial Day is nearly here. You must treasure that picture of your Dad. Thank you for sharing. Have a great day.
What an excellent post. I love the picture of Papa. He was a very good looking man! You definitely made me thankful with your post. How amazing those Men and Women are to do what they do for us, for their country.
P.S. The house looks GREAT!!
Sorry Mom, didn't realize I was logged in as you, I forgot you posted from my house. Oops, well to read what I said look up.
This is a wonderful post! My dad was in the navy and the korean war too! He passed away 2 years ago and this is such a wonderful tribute to all. Cindy
Maryrose, your pictures are wonderful and inspiring.
Happy Outdoor Wednesday.
Barb
What a wonderful Outdoor post for this week. Your house is perfect for bunting :0)
The flowers you planted are so pretty...
I feel the same way you do about honoring the military. My dad was army. My daughter and son-in-law were in the army. I have many.. in my family that served our country. This is a very special holiday coming up. We need to really consider how blessed we are to have these brave men and women to protect our country. We need to honor them!
Your home looks beautiful dresses in her bunting! Your flowers are
beautiful! I love... foxglove!
A wonderful sentiment. I love your foxgloves. I had a gorgeous one that seemed to lose its richness and the deep green turned a lighter shade. It's in a pot and I've cut it all the way back. Hope it will come back.
Brenda
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