Make It a Memorial Day to Remember | Sandi Parkey, Pink Zebra Independent Consultant

May has arrived, which means Memorial Day is right around the corner. Are you ready for the long weekend? I know I am!

While last Memorial Day looked differently, many of you (like me) might be ready to have more fun this year and enjoy the day with family and friends. In fact, you might even be looking for ways to make up for last year and make this the best Memorial Day yet!

Planning the Perfect Holiday Weekend

Whether you are planning a low-key Memorial Day celebration with family or you are inviting friends, there are still a number of ways you can enjoy the long weekend.

If the weather behaves, enjoy your Memorial Day meals outside. Break out the grill, and cook up some of your favorite foods to enjoy. When setting the table, keep it simple.

You can cover the tables with a checkered cloth while adding a few floral arrangements spread out in mason jars to add to the decor.

If you don’t feel like grilling, no problem! You could always make your Memorial Day celebration a pizza party. That way you can spend less time cooking and more time enjoying your guests.

Don’t feel like necessarily having a Memorial Day cookout? Switch things up by hosting a Memorial Day brunch! Then, after the meal, you and your loved ones can enjoy a day at the pool or a cookout at another friend’s house.

Don’t forget to plan out the fun! Bring out a variety of games for people to be able to enjoy while outside. Volleyball, croquet, horseshoes, ring toss and cornhole are some of my favorites.

Finally, consider ending the night with a movie! You can bring out chairs, blankets and pillows, and enjoy a family-friendly movie on a projector outside. Of course, don’t forget the popcorn!

Are you attending a Memorial Day cookout this holiday? Visit my website today to check out my current collection of fragrances that make for the perfect hostess gift!