So, what else can you do on memorial day besides that?
1. Make homemade ice cream! We usually buy the Nestle Drumstick Ice Creams, because they're easy and you can walk around outside with them, but it would be super fun to make your own red, white & blue sweet treat. Here's a recipe for French vanilla bean ice cream, which could easily be turned patriotic with some red and blue candy, sprinkles, gumballs or just a splash of food coloring here and there- or, you could throw in some strawberries + blueberries afterwards!
2. Go swimming! I can see why this wouldn't be an option if you live in a colder climate, but most regions start warming up this time of year, so jump in the pool, the river, etc- or even just run around in the sprinklers. It's nice to cool off, because there's nothing better than sitting in your towel with a hot dog in your hand as you watch the fireworks.
3. Remember how I mentioned fireworks on the last one? Well, buy some, and set those off! I've always loved the Pop-Its, just don't throw them at someone's feet, or a dog, or another person. Wait until it gets dark, and then go crazy!
4. Go stargazing. You know those cute little blow-up pools that people use for kids they don't want to drown? Just fill one of those with blankets, and you've got the ultimate stargazing bed. I can't wait to try this- I just hope that it's not too cloudy wherever you live!
5. Make delicious Memorial Day treats besides the red white and blue ice cream! There's tons to choose from- here's a very incomplete list:
-Hot Off the Grill Cupcakes (as shown in second photo) by Lil Sugar
-Wave the Flag Cupcakes (as shown in photo) by Blueberry Council
-Homemade Mint Lemonade by How Sweet It Is
-Ultimate Red, White + Blue Ice Pops by Poofy Cheeks
-Red, White + Blue Ice Cream Cones by Roxana's Home Baking
Oh my gosh, those hot off the grill cupcakes are so cute and creative! I looooove that. Have a Happy Memorial Day 2016!
xo Savannah
No comments :
Post a Comment