Memorial Day

Nobody likes a crappy long weekend, especially when that long weekend also heralds the "official" start of the summer BBQ season.

Friday and Saturday were downright miserable days ~ dreary, wet, and chilly.

Fortunately the sun decided to come out on Monday. And with a nice, bright, and warm sunny day, eating outside is the only way to go.

As usual, Carol graciously hosted a fine Memorial Day picnic on her back patio.

Jeremiah came over to enjoy the bright sunny back yard as well as the fine food and even finer company.

His mom, Barbara, came too.

Ariana had a special treat when her oldest and "bestest" friend Lauryn (affectionately known as "No Toes") popped in for a visit. Ariana had known No Toes since she was 3 years old. She hadn't seen her for awhile, so it was really nice to catch up and get to see her one last time before Ariana left for Texas to join Neil.

(Ariana has Barbara's newest "baby" in her lap ~ April, a very delightful 3-month old Pug puppy.)

Chilling with Jeremiah is Ariana's friend Raven.

And here's a pic of me in mid-squint, taken by Jeremiah. (He loves playing with my camera.)

After eats. the younguns took off to have some fun at the Miles Standish State Forest. Even though the day was warm, the water was still a bit chilly for swimming. But that didn't stop them from plunging in.