For many, Memorial Day is the official start of summer, kicked off with a large parade and a celebration of the men and women who gave their lives so we could have the freedom to enjoy our own. But up until 1971, this day was simply known as "Decoration Day.” Join us at the table as we discuss this important tradition.Mentioned on this episode:Would you consider financially supporting this show? Here’s where you can do that: https://linktr.ee/steelmagnoliasPole and hooks to keep your flag from the gutter or getting wrapped around your pole on the house - https://amzn.to/4bGhNV8"Decoration Day in the Mountains: Traditions of Cemetery Decoration in the Southern Appalachians” - https://amzn.to/4bOLpjr“Southerners Throw the Best Funerals” previous Steel Magnolias Podcast episode: https://steelmagnoliaspodcast.com/episode/southerners-throw-the-best-funeralsHonor fallen veterans this Memorial Day: https://createthegood.aarp.org/volunteer-ideas/memorial-day-help-veterans.htmlSteel Magnolias Podcast is an independent show funded solely on support from listeners like you and a few advertisers from time to time.Are you enjoying the show? We hope you’ll text a friend or loved one to tell them about this podcast. Share link: https://pod.link/1442852139(make sure they know how to get to a podcast first!)And we invite you to join our mailing list to be the first to know about episodes, giveaways and events….sign up at SteelMagnoliasPodcast.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/steel-magnolias-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands