June Memory Making

In keeping with my resolution to be more thoughtful and organized when it comes to celebrating the seasons... here are some plans and random thoughts for June ~ a few days late!

Special Dates to Celebrate

*June 11th ~ The Belmont Stakes*

We have been keeping up with the big horse races this year, so we'll be watching this, the final race of the Triple Crown.

*June 14th ~ Flag Day*

We don't normally "celebrate" this day, but this year I am planning to make a flag cake.

*June 19th ~ Father's Day*

A day all about Dad; today usually involves some gifts, some grilling, and some outdoor fun. 

*June 20th ~ Summer Solstice*

I am thinking this would be a good day for a nice summery dessert - maybe strawberry shortcake (it's also the full Strawberry Moon)? 

Or homemade ice cream?

We also celebrate Rose's birthday this month; she is turning 8!!

Things to Notice and Do This Month

• Pick strawberries and make shortcake & strawberry freezer jam
• Take time to admire the flowers this month - especially the peonies and rhododendrons, which both look so nice right now
• Plant flowers. I don't go overboard with flower gardens, but I like to plant a new perennial or two and get a hanging basket of geraniums for the porch
• Enjoy the birdsong that starts so very early in the morning
• Watch for fireflies on warm nights
• Keep an eye out for nesting birds in the yard - right now we have a phoebe nest tucked under our swingset
• Enjoy rhubarb, arugula, and garlic scapes from the garden...plus our farm share begins!
• Submit year-end reports to school district 
• Have backyard fires and make s'mores
• Finish up schoolwork for the year!
• Go out for ice cream at every opportunity
• Make a list of things we want to do this summer - and start doing them!

Happy June!