Wishing You A Blessed Memorial Day Weekend!
“The Lord is high above all nations, and his glory above the heavens!”
Psalm 113:4
Memorials have always been an important part of the human experience, ensuring we never forget… we stand on foundations others have laid, built with grueling toil and ultimate sacrifice!
Through the years Pam has created many remarkable tables for all of us to enjoy. They have always given us pause and reflection, reminding us freedom as we know it is always under attack and should never be taken for granted! I am sharing a few of her tablescapes today in honor of this special weekend.
We are enjoying a little red, white, and blue on the Sunshine Cottage!
There are certain things that seem to be typical around Memorial Day. We will share a few of those today…like the season’s first cutting of hay.
“May we never forget freedom isn’t free.”
-Unknown
Queen Anne’s Lace is abundant in our pastures and along roadsides by Memorial Day. This plant grows wild in almost all of the lower 48. Is it blooming in your area?
Seen here are several stages of blooms. We’ve always noticed that at one point the blooms have a small red center. With a bit of imagination, I see white and blue also. I know, a little more lilac or lavender than blue, but close enough!
Our throwback this week is an invitation for you to check out our Queen Anne’s Lace post from 2020.
“Courage is almost a contradiction in terms. It means a strong desire to live taking the form of readiness to die.”
-G. K. Chesterson
And of course the ever present ditch lilies of late May and early June remind us that summer is very near. With nighttime temps this weekend in the upper 40’s however, it doesn’t feel much like summer! But no complaints.
“We don’t know them all, but we owe them all.”
-Unknown
Wild Black-eyed Susan’s are usually plentiful by Memorial Day and this year is no exception.
A patriotic sky!
”Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever”.
Hebrews 13:8
Linking with:
Pieced Pastimes, Between Naps on the Porch, Katherines Corner, Follow The Yellow Brick Home,
Imparting Grace,Life and Linda
Beautiful photos and inspiring quotes
Thank you Gail!
I’m afraid our children aren’t being taught that freedom isn’t free. Lord help us if they ever have to experience it for themselves. Always love the pictures of the past. We don’t see day lilies in the ditches here or queen Ann’s lace but I love seeing yours. Brings back sweet memories. Have a blessed day and week. Happy Memorial Day!
I agree, Alice. Thank you so much. Blessings…
“We don’t know them all, but we owe them all.” Indeed, how true. With grateful hearts we acknowledge those too-young lives given that we may spend Memorial days in freedom with those we love. The photos capture the essence of a Patriot’s
song to us all….God bless America – long may she stand. Thank you Pam and Butch
for this beautiful tribute.
Thank you Mary! Yes, God bless America 🇺🇸
This is inspiring! The quotes, the tables, and the images of the world around you hit the mark. May we all remember with gratitude those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Thank you for this beautiful post!
Hello Sarah. Thanks so much! Yes, may we always remember 🇺🇸
A beautiful post for Memorial Day! We all need to stop and think of all the sacrifices that were made for the freedom we enjoy now. May God continue to bless our nation with His divine protection. God bless your sweet family. Happy Sunday! Clara❤️
Thank you Clara. Amen to all you said 🇺🇸
So inspiring, and uplifting. To me, there is nothing more beautiful then the American flag, love seeing it.
Thank you Nonie. I love seeing Old Glory waving!
A beautiful post. Had the song “Jesus is Coming Soon” on my mind this morning. . . freedom we hold so dear now is at stake. So much is taken for granted. So thankful for all who were willing and those who did give the ultimate sacrifice. Enjoy your Memorial Day and week.
Bobbie, I know that song very well. I agree so much is taken forever granted. Blessings…
Thank you for all the fabulous quotes and red white and blue! Happy Memorial Day Pam & Butch!
Jenna
Thank you Jenna. Blessings…
Dear friends Pam and Butch, I am always excited by the publications on this very important and revered day in the USA. Also with a little “envy” of knowing how to remember those who defended the country. This has not been practiced in Spain for years, only particularly, because political leaders have not been patriots for years. It saddens me … because my family upbringing was a very different one. My father was a Commander in the land army and his education was simple, very sweet and with a lot of love for the country. This is already unknown …
A big hug in this celebration and everything you have shown is very beautiful.
With love
Dolores
Hola Dolores, me alegra mucho que todavía recordemos a aquellos que lucharon y murieron para preservar nuestra libertad. Tu papá era un patriota. Sé que estás muy orgulloso de él y del hombre que era. Sabemos que la libertad no es gratis, les ha costado la vida a muchos. Bendiciones y abrazos …
Con cariño,
Pam
Love the quotes and pictures. It is very sad how children are being taught. But their parents were taught the same thing or not taught anything about FREEDOM IN THE USA. I DO NOT LIKE WARS AT ALL!!!!….but if there is going to be wars I think the drafting again might just change people’s thoughts on FREEDOM. Unfortunately we have to experience bad sometimes to see the good???
Nancy, we take our freedom for granted. Men and women have died for our freedom. We must pass it on to the next generation.
What beautiful Red, White and Blue at your place. The wreaths on Sunshine Cottage are beautiful!And each tablescape Pam makes are always so lovely!
You are a little bit earlier then we are here in Pennsylvania. All those blooms you shared come out closer to end of June around these parts. And hay is just being planted.
And “We don’t know them All but we owe them All!” We will never forget and we are very grateful!
Enjoy your weekend Holiday, Butch and Pam!
Thank you my friend! You are most kind. I hope you are having a wonderful day on the lake ♥️🇺🇸💙
Have a safe and Blessed Memorial Day. Love this post.
Marilyn,Joan and Marion
Thank you Marilyn, Joan, and Marion!
Beautiful patriotic decor and the flowers are gorgeous!
Such beautiful quotes, scripture, and photographs for the Memorial Holiday weekend. Pam always creates the most gorgeous tablescapes, and her patriotic ones are always my favorite. The Sunshine Cottage porch looks so pretty dressed in her patriotic colors, May you both have a most blessed week ahead!
Thank you for your sweet comments, dear friend!
I join you in remembering those that have contributed to our country’s freedoms. I don’t take them for granted and am very grateful. It is good to remember and reflect on our many freedoms and great blessings.
May God continue to bless America and may we be thankful!
Beautiful tablescapes, quotes, and scriptures.
Amen ♥️🇺🇸💙 Thank you, Bonnie!
Such a lovely post with beautiful quotes and photos. Our country does have its share of troubles, but I am still proud to be an American and proud to call our deal land home. We have so very much to be thankful for.
Wishing you and your beautiful family a wonderful and happy Memorial Day. Many blessings to all.
Thank you Sandra. I am most thankful for our freedom. May we pass it to the generations that follow 🇺🇸
It looks so very festive! I hope you had a lovely holiday weekend.
Thank you Jeanie, it was wonderful!
A beautiful post for Memorial Day. I am late seeing this beautiful post honoring our fallen heroes. Your red, white and blue is just beautiful!
Thank you Dianne!
Love the wreaths and the blue and white tableware. Thanks for sharing on Love Your Creativity.
Thanks so much, Janet!
I haven’t noticed any queen anne’s lace in our area, but I always think it is so pretty when I see it. I hope you all had a wonderful Memorial Day!
We did, and hope you did also!