So I know I am a little behind with this post. Almost a month in fact, but I still couldn't let it pass without writing something about what my cousin Melissa calls one of her favorite holiday parties every year.
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| The 2013 Square Dance Crew |
Each year my parents host our Annual Square Dance on Memorial Day Weekend at their house in upstate New York. Dan and I fly back faithfully from California every year to partake in the festivities which include softball, a bonfire, BBQ, beer Olympics and yes, an actual square dance. We have a local square dance band from the area come up to call and teach our friends and family to dance, although for the repeat offenders we have almost memorized all the dances.
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| Dominique, an OG veteran, and Sarah, a 2013 Rookie, getting their dance on. |
Usually the weather is warm and pleasant. Unfortunately this year was the coldest and wettest Memorial Day to date. It rained all day and was cold enough for us to see our breath. We also had one hell of a mud pit going. This resulted in the bonfire and softball game being cancelled, but we still all railed and enjoyed the BBQ, beer and dancing. And I have to say one thing about our guests this year, they can only be described as the die hards.
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Just a few classic veterans
From L to R: Uncle Marc, Aunt Bern, Dan, Kristen and I |
While this was kind of a bummer dance for me as I was a week out of surgery, I still found a way to rock one Virginia Reel and still had a great time with all my friends.
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| Me attempting to dance |
For Dan an I it was almost like a mini reunion with a huge 10 of our 14 person wedding party being present.
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Some of my fabulous bridesmaids.
From L to R: Suzanne, Kristen, Sarah, Dominique, Me and Jackie |
At least we got knocked out a bad year and are back on the good weather karma train. Looking forward to next May!
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| Love this girl! |
