Memorial Weekend

Memorial Day weekend is such a fun time. It is known as the kick-off to summer, the opening of pools, a long weekend, cookouts, music, etc. Who wouldn't look forward to that type of weekend?! My family participated in all the Memorial weekend fun. We all got together and ate chicken and steaks off the grill, played cornhole, played Wii games, and we will be going on the boat too at Lake Gaston. It was nice to be able to spend some quality time with them before I leave for Louisiana...in 2 weeks to be exact! :) 

 

The Dixon side of the family



Memorial Day weekend also has another special meaning - one that has been REALLY apparent in my life for the past 2 years. It is a time in which we remember those who serve and have severed in our military. It's obvious why this is a special time for me - my amazing husband is in the Army! I am so grateful to have my husband also be my hero. Ryan has been in the Army for 3 years now and just got back from a tour in Afghanistan only 6 months ago. Even though the Army life isn't one of the easiest lifestyles, it is one that he is proud of. Ryan loves his job! After hearing stories from him about his deployment, training, and those he serves with, I know without a doubt that those men and women are making a difference in the world. They deserve so much more credit than we give them. So, I would like to take this second to thank my husband, my brother-in-law, and my grandpa for their service to our country. Find someone you can thank too! :) We get to have all of our Memorial Day fun  because of them.



Ryan in Afghanistan