All-American Day

It was pretty much the quintessential American Memorial Day here on Monday with sunshine, parades, and hot dogs. The weather was absolutely perfect on Monday, not a cloud in the sky. We ventured down to main street to watch the annual Tunkhannock parade. There were marching bands, fire trucks, balloons, floats, old cars and tractors, and, of course, veterans. There were people giving out beads, candy and flags, all of which were a big hit for the toddler. Maggie sat in her pint-sized lawn chair with her eyes glued to the road, waving her American flag. It was pretty much the cutest sight on earth! It was our first parade experience as parents and we forgot a few key things like a blanket and our camera. So we tried to re-create the experience in the kitchen when we got home, but it wasn't quite the same. Naturally, Claire slept through the whole parade. Maybe we should see if that marching band can roll through around 2 am and put her to sleep when we really need it!

What happened to the band?

Later that day Maggie let Mommy put her hair in pigtails, which is a rare treat.