Three days ago we rolled into the countryside of southeastern Pennsylvania. Jim & I were both reminded of the English countryside west of London. Too bad it snows here. It is beautiful. Green, rolling hillsides , lots of horse farms; they even have fox hunts. Sunday, we went to Winterthur Gardens and Museum in Delaware (about a 20 minute drive). It's on the 1,000 places list. Owned by the DuPonts--it's on the scale of the Biltmore, except they don't open as much to the public. After walking the beautiful gardens, we took another drive through Chester County and happened upon the Whip Tavern, a true English pub with all the typical ales and lagers as well as Strongbow hard cider served on draught by the pint. Also, shepherd's pie, fish & chips, curry, steak & mushroom pie, etc. England without the jet lag.
From here we can get to Delaware, New Jersey, or Maryland within an hour.
Yesterday we took a tour of Philadelphia. Saw the Liberty Bell, went in Independence Hall and the Betsy Ross house, and marched up the hills of Valley Forge. Collin has now earned two new National Park Junior Ranger patches, and 4 badges. I have been so impressed with the programs in the National Parks.
Today we took a QVC studio tour. It's the largest TV studio in the country. It was quite impressive. Who knew?
Tomorrow we plan to drive amongst the Amish. More later. Jim will add pictures when he gets on.
From here we can get to Delaware, New Jersey, or Maryland within an hour.
Yesterday we took a tour of Philadelphia. Saw the Liberty Bell, went in Independence Hall and the Betsy Ross house, and marched up the hills of Valley Forge. Collin has now earned two new National Park Junior Ranger patches, and 4 badges. I have been so impressed with the programs in the National Parks.
Today we took a QVC studio tour. It's the largest TV studio in the country. It was quite impressive. Who knew?
Tomorrow we plan to drive amongst the Amish. More later. Jim will add pictures when he gets on.
Send the snow here. Blimey...I'll pass on the ale, but save one of those steak and mushroom pies. Colin...way to go!!! Get those badges... Ranger Rick will be proud of ya...I am. QVC...did they have any left over Bass-O-Matics? And the Amish...wonder how many have even seen the QVC channel. Happy to see the blogging.
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