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Family-Friendly Memorial Day Traditions
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items Here are some meaningful Memorial Day activities you can do with your family, and a few ideas to make the most of the long weekend.
Pack foods that fit the theme: strawberries, blueberries, watermelon, potato salad, grilled hot dogs. Bonus points for anything that can be cut into star shapes.
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Many towns have Memorial Day parades or ceremonies at local parks or cemeteries. Bring small flags to wave, and take a moment to appreciate the veterans and families who have given so much.
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Even though Memorial Day honors fallen soldiers, reaching out to living veterans can be a wonderful activity, especially for kids! Local VA hospitals or veteran organizations often accept cards. Bonus: it teaches kids gratitude and community.
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Set up easy backyard games: cornhole, water balloon toss, three-legged races, sack races. (You can make it "official" with a little outdoor games kit, which is totally worth it if you have kids or a competitive streak.) Don’t forget a little blow-up ...
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Have everyone write down a favorite memory, something they’re grateful for, or something they want to accomplish before next Memorial Day. Seal it in a jar or box, and open it next year.
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Fire up the grill, sure, but maybe also bake an apple pie, make fresh lemonade, or roast marshmallows. These little traditions add a deeper layer of "home" to the day.
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Spend a morning making simple crafts like paper lanterns, flag-themed wreaths, or handprint flags with the kids. It’s fun and lets everyone get involved in the spirit of the day.
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Watch classics like "Saving Private Ryan," “The Patriot,” "Glory," or "Lincoln" with older kids or adults to reflect on American history and the cost of freedom.
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Dedicate a small space in your yard to fallen soldiers. Plant red, white, and blue flowers, or just a space of peace and quiet reflection.
Plant a patriotic flower garden to celebrate Memorial Day!