Monday, June 27, 2011
Flashback: Trip to Historic Philadelphia
Last week, I surprised the kiddos with a trip to historic Philadelphia. We are blessed to live so close to the birthplace of our nation. My kids yelled out "Yay! We're going to see the Liberty Bell!" Wow! :-) My favorite part of the day was our taking a horse and buggy ride. There is something amazing about hearing things like "on that corner is where George Washington sat for the portrait that is on the dollar bill" or "there is where Thomas Jefferson wrote the Declaration of Independence." There were some lesser-known (at least to me) facts like the location of Dr. Physick's home and that he is more famous for inventing soda pop, not being the father of "modern" surgery. Go figure. lol. :-) We even got in a visit to the Mint and were able to see money being made. Visiting Benjamin Franklin's grave and seeing a copy of the Declaration printed in his print shop ended our visit. Another day filled with wonderful memories together....
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Thanks for visiting my blog!
We don't live far from Philly either. We keep saying we NEED to go to Philly and see the Liberty Bell! I loved your photos and am inspired to try to get this on the calendar!
I am following you now! Since we live sort of in the same area, maybe our paths will one day cross. We bought a Prius earlier this year so that the girls and I feel like we can go anywhere there are some cool homeschoolers!
Thanks, Theresa! If and when you do come to this area, let me know. It would be fun to meet downtown and do some sightseeing together! We'd love to meet some "cool" homeschoolers, as well! Have a great day!
Hi Lisa, thanks for stopping by my blog! We dont live too far from Philly and want to make a field trip there!
What a fun field trip!! My kids would have loved it. Maybe one day we'll get to stop and enjoy Philly, too!
Hello :) Thanks for visiting my blog - and I love that you all has so much fun on your trip! The photos are great!! I'd love to follow along, but I don't see a follow or subcribe button?
Aurie, Thanks for your kind comments. I figured it out and added the button! Would love to have you as a follower. Have a blessed day! :-)
What a blessing to be able to visit our country's roots for a "live" history lesson.
Thanks,
Amie-from the HHH
Love it...we were in Phil in summer of 2011 too!!!! But late July...imagine if we were there at the same time? :)
great pictures! I feel like I went back there with you!
Thx for sharing.
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