#1000

First, before I write about our day, I must share that this is my 1000th entry on Dackel Princess. I have shared the good, the bad and I hope the funny with you, dear Reader’s. I also hope to share 1000 more. Although some of you might not appreciate that! Hihi!!

Monday was a holiday here in America. Memorial Day. A day set aside to remember all the men and women who have given their lives in military service to our country. It’s a solemn day with parades and prayers. It is also the unofficial start to the summer.

Most families gather for a traditional barbecue. This year we invited my cousin Janet and her Dad, my Uncle George, and our friend Michelle. Emily also came over and joined us for dinner.

The day had dawned bright and sunny. The weather forecasters once again had blown their prediction of gloom and doom for the holiday. We had perfect weather here. 80 degrees, with a light wind and blue skies!

Janet, Uncle George and Michelle arrive about 12:15 and we set out a multitude of appetizers. Shrimp cocktail, chips and dips and Hummus. We sat around the table drinking, eating and laughing.

The two Emilys arrived to play with the pups and to see what we were up to. We really enjoy when the girls stop by and they enjoy playing with the pups!

We began to prepare for our cookout, which would consist of barbecued steak and chicken, corn on the cob, a tossed garden salad and a bean and mango salsa.

Hubby had started the grill and worked hard to cook the chicken and steak to perfection! I can report quite happily that he did a splendid job!

After dinner Janet and Michelle took her dogs for a walk while I cleaned up the kitchen and made some coffee to go with the cakes that Michelle brought with her. When they returned we sat down sipping our coffees and nibbling on the cake.

Picture courtesy of my cousin, Janet.

The day is done now and the doggies are asleep. Hubby and I are watching a Red Sox baseball game.

Yes folks, my 1000th post. It’s been easy to write. We relaxed, we enjoyed and we laughed. Another good day.