Things to do for the 3 day weekend

May 22, 2007

Bar -B- Queing is usually a big event for the Memorial Day holiday weekend. One of the most enjoyable things about homeownership is the patio picnic. It is not just Aussies who fire up the "barbie". Southern Californians love their outdoor patios. If you read the home sections of the newspapers or subscribe to home magazines, you have seen the trend to outside kitchens. Simple or lavish, there is somethng about these outdoor areas that help us escape the work-a-day responsibilities.

You still have time to clean up your outdoor furniture, go to the garden shop and purchase potted plants to pretty up the patio and purchase the characoal or gas tank. I know that these are chores that I will be doing this week before my family arrives for the picnic.

This sprucing up is even more desireable if your home is being offered for sale. People frequently buy for emotional reasons and picturing those great summer "barbies" is often enough to elicit the desire to own. My husband and I actually purchased our first Califronia home because we could picture all the fun times our family could have outdoors. Our Southern California weather is ideal for outdoor enjoyment. Few bugs, warm weather (but not too hot) and muss free cooking is a little bit of perfect!

No need to pack everyone in the car. Just invite your friends and neighbors. Throw the hamburgers, hot dogs and veggies on the grill and celebrate your good fortune.