“Let’s Eat Outdoors” / Aimee's Victorian Armoire

For many Americans (especially those up north) today marks the end of summer. Even though the actual day may still be a few weeks away, Labor Day seems to be the “unofficial, official” end. With school starting this week, along with football season, the overwhelming desire to put out pumpkins, mums, and bales of hay can become very strong. However, Labor Day weekend is the last hurrah where families get together for one last outdoor BBQ. At this particular meal, everyone is very careful to avoid mentioning the leaves changing, or that they brought out their winter sweaters from storage…and above all, no one, I mean NO ONE is to dare breath a word indicating that a school bus will be showing up at one’s house tomorrow morning. It is sort of an unspoken code of honor between parents and students ….eh…I mean, children!

So even though tomorrow means fall, school, and sweaters….today is all about summer picnic eating! To celebrate, I have collected some of my favorite vintage images of picnics, camping, and BBQ’s. So after you enjoy today’s post, go enjoy a delicious BBQ burger!!

Who wouldn’t love to chow down on a delicious spread like this!!

I adore all things thermos and plaid…and even though this advertisement may be fore Christmas…I can’t help but imagine this spread out on a picnic blanket!

Okay, I am not exactly sure I know what is being served here….the olive checkerboard dish is sort of weirding me out. However, I would totally dig into those tasty little pies!

I love the casualness of this set up. A small little patio BBQ is perfect for just a few friends to enjoy!

Camping is also a very popular activity to do Labor Day weekend as the heat has mostly dissipated. While I never looked as put together as this family does following a night sleeping in a tent, I love their view!