New York state is just emerging from strict stay at home and social distancing mandates and we are trying very hard to follow guidance so we won’t bring anything home to the rest of the family. Folks are pretty antsy to get out of the house so trails and other park locations will surely be crowded. As a result, we are staying “in” for the Holiday weekend. There are no parades or other celebrations anyway so not much to miss out on! We grill dogs and sausages and enjoy some lovely weather. Kent joined the tribute, “Taps Across America” at 3PM. It was beautiful and amazingly moving. It is a crazy time in American politics; throw in this virus mess and it is good to have a reminder that we have many to thank and much to be grateful for.