Over the years it seems to me that Memorial Day weekend has developed a second identity. Officially, it’s a day of remembrance. Unofficially, it’s the kickoff to summer. A three-day event that requires burgers, new patio cushions, a cooler full of drinks, and at least one last-minute trip to the big, crowded store (you know the one) where everything comes super-sized and costs more than it did a week ago. ...read more read less