after the exhibit, we explored lowell, mass. i think my favorite trips are when we have one thing on the agenda (this time visit the art exhibit), but the rest of the day is just spent exploring - no agendas, no rushing from place to place, no expectations, etc.... just unawaited discoveries and time together.
the visitors' center had a hands on exhibit for the kids. gracie really enjoyed pretending to weave.
all the kids on the trolley at the visitors' center.
after the visitors' center, we ate lunch at a mexican restaurant (there was a HUGE selection of restaurants) and had YUMMY ice cream at another place. then we walked around town where we found this train.
crossing the train track bridge. we saw a HUGE fish in the creek/river.
the kids really enjoyed this trolley playset.
isn't he handsome?
me, goofing off, trying to figure out how my friends take good self-potraits. also trying to experiment on how i can look the least fat in a pic. (i also have to add that i can actually see how my sister and i look alike in this picture. usually i can't see any resemblance other than our mannerisms).
pat joining in the fun.
then we added the boys.
finally the girls clue in and join us.
this (below) ensures a return trip to lowell. we discovered the new england quilt museum. we saved going in for when my mother-in-law is in town. i think bringing her here will be a must.
3 comments:
What fun! Your pictures are great..and it looks like you had such a fun visit.
Your self portraits are fantastic! I struggle so much wiht mine..but you seem to be a real natural.
Jake is very handsome..and we miss seeing him at Martin. We always looked for him after school getting on the bus.
Also...the NE Quilt Museum sounds intriguing. I might need to take a trip up there myself.
Cute, cute, cute pictures of your great day! And yes Jake looks very handsome, and you look gorgeous my dear.
Yeah! April is wearing my shoes! I love the family portrait. Hope to see you all soon Love, Annie
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