During Memorial Day Weekend, I got up for a sunrise walk through Downtown Mystic, Connecticut. The flags were up and shining in the morning glow. I look forward to this every year (as well Flag Day and Fourth of July). The earlier you go, it’s likely to capture scenes without too many people or cars! There’s also something serene about those early morning walks.

Downtown Mystic got lively for the annual Memorial Day parade later on. We saw several antique cars, Boy Scouts troops, firetrucks and law enforcement, military vehicles and many more. It was a beautiful day to remember those who made the sacrifices for our country.

Getting up early and attending a parade definitely got me wiped like K9 Chase photographed here! Note: Don't worry, K9 Chase was able to go back to work while I went home and crashed on my couch!