Memorial Day Traditions

Memorial Day

As a child, I loved Memorial Day because it generally meant the end of the school year and the beginning of summer. I recall childhood Memorial Day memories of going to my grandma’s lake cottage and putting the dock in the water, cooking on the grill, and enjoying time with family, as well as attending the Memorial Day parade in the nearby town to honor those who died while serving our country. I enjoyed seeing the poppies and waving a small flag at the parade, even though I didn’t really understand the depth of meaning behind the holiday. As I grew older, I came to understand the importance of that celebration.


As an adult, those traditions have changed only slightly since I now live in Florida. I still enjoy time with family and friends, grilling, and enjoying time in the water (which is now a pool instead of a lake). And we display our flag proudly to thank those service men and women who died in service to our country.

Creating traditions and memories can be important in business as well as in families. What type of traditions have you created for your business? What types of celebrations and team-building activities do you have that result in lasting memories for all involved? How are you honoring and recognizing the hard work of your employees? It might be time to thank them for their service!

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