Memorial Day

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Across
  1. 3. Something that always ends up on the roof
  2. 5. Juicy fruit that screams summer
  3. 6. Where the magic (and smoke) happens
  4. 8. Often forgotten until it’s too late
  5. 9. A controversial hot dog topping
  6. 12. Tiny fireworks for early celebrating
  7. 14. Traditional side in salad form
  8. 15. Post-BBQ activity in a lawn chair
  9. 17. The real prize the next day
  10. 19. What you go back for… multiple times
  11. 20. Backyard game with serious competition
  12. 21. Crunchy side that disappears fast
Down
  1. 1. Nighttime grand finale
  2. 2. Cold one in a cooler
  3. 4. Best seat in the backyard
  4. 7. Sweet, tart drink in a plastic cup
  5. 10. Stars and stripes waving in the wind
  6. 11. Packed with ice and everyone’s drinks
  7. 12. What everyone hopes for on this day
  8. 13. Ballpark favorite turned backyard staple
  9. 14. Casual outdoor meal setup
  10. 16. Small-town tradition with floats and candy
  11. 18. The more “acceptable” hot dog topping
  12. 20. Backyard feast with friends and family