B is for Boston

If you ask my son what "B" stands for,


he will gladly tell you, "B is for Boston!"


and BASEBALL


And Sawyer Bean!


So a couple of weeks ago when we had the opportunity to go away for a long weekend, we headed over to Massachusetts,


and fell in love with BOSTON!


The following few blogs are highlights of our Boston adventure! I hope you enjoy this city as much as I did!

Boston Common

WE LOVED THE PARK!


The trees were my favorite part.


Especially the willow trees








Sawyer's favorite part was the wildlife,




the "well fed" wild life.


He had SO much fun


Helping these pigeons


get their morning exercise.


Although the birds were fun,


They were not nearly as much fun as


The FOUNTAINS!


It was so much fun to learn about Boston's history,


when we could put our hands on the treasures of the past and feel the history.


The Public Garden was beautiful,


The park was filled with famous figures.


We had a great time enjoying nature.


and watching the children play.


As we were leaving the park we came across Wendell Phillips. We liked what he had to say,


So much in fact Sawyer wanted to shake his hand.



You can bet after that park experience we had one tired little boy. Who was lucky to get a lift from his dad.


As we were leaving I took one last look around


And it occurred to me how lucky we are to be able to enjoy the


;)

Duck Tour, Love That Dirty Water!!!

After the park we caught the subway over to the museum for the duck tour. For the record, my son HATED being on the subway. It completely freaked him out! I think it reminded him of the amusement park ride that he tried this past summer and did NOT care for. Fortunately it was only a short trip to the Museum of Science.


Once we arrived, this guy assured us we were in the right place for the duck tour.


This is the Duck.


If you are not familiar with the Duck tour,


They not only show you around town,




but they also give you an interesting glimpse into Boston's history.




As well as its newest additions!
Our tour guide says that depending on who you ask,


this new addition is somewhat of a sore subject. I sure liked it.


After they show you around the city,
they take you around the famous Boston Harbor!


Because I am a water person, this was my favorite part.


Hey! 33


Man, I love that dirty water!


Only according to our tour guide the water is apparently quite clean now.;)


If you are REALLY REALLY special, your Captain might even let you, or your child drive the duck!


And just in case the special drivers can't see above the dash and your duck goes swimming into a bridge.
Don't worry they are prepared!

QUACK! QUACK!