Lady Liberty was a gift from the French. It’s probably the coolest gift we’ve ever received. By “it” I mean the statue, and by “we” I mean the United States of America, but you probably knew that.
This weekend America celebrates a little something we like to call freedom. Maybe you’ve heard of it. As such, there will be a lot of people being a bit too free with their drinking and their bad decisions. Don’t be one of them. Holidays are supposed to be fun, not dangerous. Don’t drink and drive, people.
Have a great Fourth of July weekend!
This post is part of the UpTake Friday Family Series. Now in caps!
Seriously? Can this look any more wonderful? I don’t think so.
Whether you are taking a romantic sail beneath the moonlight, a solo trip around the world or an afternoon excursion with the entire family, it’s hard to beat a day of wind and water.
Not to be a downer, but there are some important things to keep in mind, especially if children are involved: Safety vests/approved flotation devices should be worn by kids at all times (and any adult that isn’t that strong of a swimmer), sunscreen saves skin and lives (plus it usually smells pretty good), know what you’re doing and where you are — this last one may sound obvious, but you’d be surprised how many three hour tours end badly. That said, sailing (and boating in general) is a great way to spend a family summer vacation. Have fun!
It’s Memorial Day weekend, and in addition to the real reasons that this holiday exists, there are a number of other reasons to stop and think for a minute (or more if you can spare the time).
No, I’m not talking about shopping and no financing until August, although that’s a great deal. I’m talking about travel and the increased risks that accompany a long weekend.
People are celebrating the end of school, the turning of the seasons and the day off of work, many of them by drinking. I don’t judge. However, some of these revelers sadly fall into the idiot group and will follow said celebrations by climbing behind the wheel of their car. This is where the judging starts.
There is a lot of fun to be had over Memorial Day weekend, don’t ruin it by doing something careless. If you’re on the road be safe and sober, people!
As you may have deduced by the photo of children playing in Washington’s Lake Sammamish, this post is part of our Friday Family series.
You know what this is. This is where we remind you to be careful out there. This is where we tell you that everyone and their former president are traveling today and to allow yourself ample time and good humor to arrive in a safe and timely manner.
When you’re stuck in airport security behind some clown with a roaster pan and gravy in his carry-on luggage think of this post and these special Thanksgiving moments (via SNL):
