Memorial Day Parade

We went to the local Memorial Day Parade for the 2nd year now (maybe a new tradition in the making?). Only 25 minutes in length, it’s a short but fun parade. Last year, Austen was about 8 months old and not walking so she watched from her stroller. This year, she was on the front lines with Mama and Dada, sitting on the curb, walking around and lounging in her chair. She eagerly accepted a little flag and a lollipop and enjoyed most of the parade; Austen didn’t care much for the people shooting their loud rifles (with blanks, of course).

Here’s Mama and Austen with their decorated, styling crocs.

Austen is mesmerized by the people marching in the parade but she’s not sure if she really likes it yet.

After sitting with Dada, Austen decided she’d rather sit in her little lawn chair (another thoughtful purchase by Mama).

The horse, fire trucks and brownie girl troops were among Austen’s favorites to watch.

Mama’s favorite was the marching bagpipe players.