Tag Archives: Family travel

Traveling – Monticello

Posted on May 22, 2012 by

In April 2011, we traveled with our granddaughter to Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello. Thomas Jefferson’s home was a sight to behold including inventions that were created way before their time such as a dumb-waiter to bring up the right bottle of … Continue reading →

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Traveling – Mount Vernon

Posted on May 16, 2012 by

Like American history and George Washington? Well, take note, George Washington’s Mount Vernon Estate, Museum and Gardens is a wonderful site to visit. The mansion tour is amazing, and the animals, gardens and grounds are picture perfect. If you are a gardener, … Continue reading →

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Traveling – Philadelphia, PA

Posted on May 11, 2012 by

History, history, history.  If you love history, Philadelphia is the place for you and your family. Our granddaughter loves history. So in April 2011, we headed to where it all began for us – Philadelphia. It is a wonderful place … Continue reading →

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Traveling – Saratoga Springs, New York

Posted on April 21, 2012 by

Saratoga Springs held several things of interest for our granddaughter. But before an eleven-year old girl could start sightseeing, she needed breakfast and the grandparents needed coffee. . We didn’t get just any regular breakfast – we followed her Dad’s advice … Continue reading →

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