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Memorial Weekend

We had a great Memorial Weekend. Here's the run down starting with Friday:
Ryan got to use his military ID and received free admission into the Baseball Hall of Fame.  Some of our favorite exhibits were the fan appreciation section, Hank Aaron tribute and stadium trivia.

After the Hall of Fame we went on a search for the stars and stripes Boston hat (no dice). Although we didn't find what we were looking for, we sure did find lots of cool stuff like this American Flag made out of bats.
If you're near the Baseball Hall of Fame you definitely have to stop and try all the food samples at the Fly Creek Cider Mill. Can't you tell Thatcher enjoyed the experience!?
Saturday was spent down on the farm.
We planted 20 sugar maple trees along the driveway that will grow up with Thatcher. Bobby was in heaven, getting to use the old farm equipment.
The best part and most therapeutic for Ryan was "the shoot". 8 guns, 450 rounds, Zombie targets and clay pigeons = tranquility!
The Dad's.
Sunday was church, visiting, and watching the Memorial Day Concert on PBS. We all shed a few tears as we were reminded of the great sacrifices many have made for our freedom.
Monday was the annual Utica Ward Memorial Day Picnic.

Thatcher and I were Ryan's biggest fans. Great H said Ryan was the MVP of the game. He did have a collection of solid hits including a massive home run. Here's the stats: 2 doubles, 1 lefty single, 1 homerun, deep flyout, and multiple catches in the outfield.
It was joyful (just don't mind the face).
Monday night we came home and crashed, even Thatcher slept through the night (YIPPEE)!!

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