Pools, not Soldiers

Yesterday, we were taking the girls swimming at a friend's house. As we come to an intersection, there was a couple proudly displaying American flags and waving at the cars. Of course Grace asks why they were standing on the corner with flags and waving at everybody. I told her they were honoring the people who have fought and are currently fighting for our country. That this is Memorial Day and this day recognizes those men and women. The people waving the flags are letting everyone know that they need to do the same. Her response "Memorial Day! I know what that means; that's the day the pool opens." To say she didn't quite get it would be an understatement.