Our trip started on the 3rd (Happy Birthday Eliza). We left home and drove to Philadelphia. We arrived late at night and were all ready for a good nights rest, before our adventures were to begin. Unfortunately, Jake had other ideas. He decided that because he was not in his own crib, he didn't need to sleep. Jake spent most of the night awake and upset because he was so tired. Hopefully this will not be a trend for the rest of the trip. (It wasn't, phew!!) On the 4th we headed to....Philadelphia
The morning of the 4th we went to see the Liberty Bell. It seemed like the perfect place to celebrate our independence. We were able to go to the program and enjoyed learning a little more about the signing of the Declaration of Independence. The Liberty Bell followed by a trip to Betsy Ross' House
after we spent the morning in Philadelphia we were off to New York. Our hotel in New York was in Manhatten just three blocks from the Empire State Building. In fact we were able to see the RED, WHITE, and BLUE lights of the Empire State Building from the window of our hotel.
We went to Little Italy for dinner, then a trip to Ground Zero.
After Little Italy we walked to Ground Zero and spent a few moments reflecting on the memories of that terrible day. There was a lot of walking and it had been a long day already. However, the kids loved the taxi ride down to Little Italy and then back to the hotel.
Fireworks
The fireworks show was great. However, the accomodations were not what we were used to. They closed the freeway and allowed people on for viewing the fireworks that were set off over the river. It was standing room only. As the fireworks started we pushed forward a little so our kids could stand on the center divider of the freeway and see the fireworks. Although, it was not the most comfortable it was spectacular.The Girls were able to go see Mary Poppins ...
On Saturday the 5th the girls went to see Mary Poppins. It was wonderful. We had so much fun. The girls loved watching the "magic" of the show.
The Boys explored New York. They enjoyed time at the park and then at Grand Central Station watching the trains. Of course Jake caught a little shut eye as well.
AND Finally...
Exhaustion Has Set In
It was a Fun Weekend!
6 comments:
That sounds like fun! Kind of makes our little baseball game and fireworks celebration look like peanuts. :) You guys are in such a fun area with such a rich history, I'm glad you are able to really enjoy it! Good to hear from you!
I am so jealous!! Looks like you guys were able to see and do a little of everything. I know it is so much more work to pull off a weekend like this with little kids in tow. I am betting mom and dad were pretty exhausted too.
Fun! Fun!! Fun!!! So much to do and see. I am glad that you are taking advantage of the sites and history that you are surrounded by. Boise may pale in comparison.
So much to do and to see! What a magical Holiday weekend! I am so glad you were able to have so many fun adventures. Trips like this takes lots of planning to execute with all the little ones. 'Kudos' to both of you for being extraordinary parents. I am glad you have had the opportunity to live in an area so full of rich history of our beautiful country and you have certainly taken advantage of it with your family.
We send our love!
Such precious moments. It looks like you had a great time. We enjoyed watching the fireworks on TV this year. You two always do such fun things. See you soon :)
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