memorial day

most people think of memorial day as another long weekend, an extra day off of work, or the first camping trip of the year. in my mother's family, it is a day to gather in what seems like the smallest town in idaho to remember my grandfather as well as many other relatives. i love that we set aside this special time to remember my grandpa and his life. i know we all have our memories of him and i am so grateful for the life lessons that he taught me.

we gather at this small park and have a potluck picnic and catch up. i had not seen most of this side of the family since i got back from my mission. it was a fun day to see how much my cousins had grown up, as well as entertain the small children.

the best part of the day was going to the small country store 'papa jay's' to get the best beef jerky ever and chocolate milk. there is something nostalgic about visiting this place. i absolutely love it.