Last Sunday we decided to take a drive. We didn't know where we were headed or what we were going to do. We got on 417 and headed North, then we decided to get on 50 and head east. We remembered that Fort Christmas was located on 50 in the town of Christmas. We had been there only once before several years ago with Jimmy's Boy Scout Troop. It was a beautiful sunny day and a little cool. Perfect weather.
Any road trip we've taken (to Louisiana, Maryland, Georgia) we've always had to stop at forts and battleships. Both Jimmy and Alex are interested in anything battle-related. The fort here has three buildings which you are able to go inside where they have artifacts and photos on display.
Helen wearing one of her "given by Yiayia" outfits.
I didn't know they had public phones in the late 1800's.
The rest of the park had several period houses so you could see what life was like back then. The kids couldn't believe how small they were and were amazed at the fact that everyone slept in one room.
After the tour we headed over to the playground. Mike had promised the kids we would stop at the gift shop before heading home. Unfortunately, they were closed so we decided to get ice-cream instead.
I think yummy ice-cream is better than a gift shop souvenir any day.
Now, we are busy getting ready for our trip to New York to see the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. We went once five years ago, so it will be interesting to see what Jimmy and Alex remember and to see it again through Helen and Will's eyes. Looking forward to a memorable trip!
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