Emma and I went back in time to 1627 at Plimouth Plantation. There are two main exhibits. In the English Village all the workers have a 17th century character they play. Everything is done in character--their work, their speech, their dress. They respond to your questions as a Pilgrim would. I asked about what they did with the little ones and was shown a dress with ties on it. A little one would just be tied up to a chair or something while the mother worked at the hearth. Too bad that isn't in fashion anymore. At the Wampanoag site, they don't maintain a character (and they were a lot less friendly). We saw a canoe being burned out, weaving, and cooking. Emma was not willing to ask a single question. What kind of homeschooler is she?!
We didn't have enough time to tour the Mayflower II so we just went over to take a picture of the ship and the rock.
Wednesday, October 13
With limited time on this day, we decided to do a driving version of the Freedom Trail. First we drove to Bunker Hill. The monument was closed for construction so we couldn't go up.
Then we drove down to the Boston Naval Yard to see the USS Constitution.
With limited time on this day, we decided to do a driving version of the Freedom Trail. First we drove to Bunker Hill. The monument was closed for construction so we couldn't go up.
Then we drove down to the Boston Naval Yard to see the USS Constitution.
We just missed a tour going down below decks and didn't want to wait for another so we just roamed the deck before heading over the museum. There was a great interactive exhibit about the life of a sailor that the girls enjoyed.
On our way out, I couldn't help but set up an impromptu photo session with such a great urban backdrop.
On our way out, I couldn't help but set up an impromptu photo session with such a great urban backdrop.
We continued on our tour into downtown. We drove by the Old North Church of Paul Revere fame in the North End. After lunch at a pizza place, we did a quick, drive-by of a few other sites before heading out. I really love the mix of old and new in downtown Boston.
We were in a hurry to get back to Ashland so the girls could be Mystery Readers in Audrey's class. They read one of my favorite children's books called Jimmy Zangwow's Out of This World Moon Pie Adventure.
Dana made an impressive mad dash to get everyone ready for a last minute family photo session. We drove to the picturesque Old North Bridge in Concord. I was so happy for the opportunity to do their pictures. It was sort of like all my favorite things in one--photography, history, fall color, family. Happiness all around.
We followed the photo session with a delightful feast on the foundation of an old house in Lexington. Rob treated us with specialty sodas, cheese, crackers, rolls, and artichoke dip from The Cheese Shop in Concord. Emma proclaimed it her favorite thing we did the whole trip. It really was an awesome way to end our adventures.
Thursday, October 14
Our wonderful trip to Boston came to an end. We were able to fly home without any issues (except for waking up at 1:30 MST). The rest of the family picked us up from the airport and we went out to eat as one last vacation hurrah. I hope Emma always remembers our trip to Boston. I know I will.
We were in a hurry to get back to Ashland so the girls could be Mystery Readers in Audrey's class. They read one of my favorite children's books called Jimmy Zangwow's Out of This World Moon Pie Adventure.
Dana made an impressive mad dash to get everyone ready for a last minute family photo session. We drove to the picturesque Old North Bridge in Concord. I was so happy for the opportunity to do their pictures. It was sort of like all my favorite things in one--photography, history, fall color, family. Happiness all around.
We followed the photo session with a delightful feast on the foundation of an old house in Lexington. Rob treated us with specialty sodas, cheese, crackers, rolls, and artichoke dip from The Cheese Shop in Concord. Emma proclaimed it her favorite thing we did the whole trip. It really was an awesome way to end our adventures.
Thursday, October 14
2 comments:
The theme of the trip is "there wasn't enough time". Please come again so we can do some more! Oh, and take more pictures!
I love seeing pictures of places I've been - makes me feel kinda sorta just a little like I was there with you.
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