The Wrap up – Cole & Mom

Andrew, Trish, Cole and I made the trip to Plymouth to visit Plimoth Plantation (and yes, this is how you spell it), the Mayflower II and of course the Rock itself. We had other plans woven into the day but as the day wore on this was enough for all of us.

Plimoth PlantationIt’s almost like they are brothers or some thing!

Should I repeat the brother thing? They both were wanting to do and did the same thing often. Funny. Cole really did take after Andrew, wanting to do and be just like him.

Some of the homes from the settlers during the 17th century.They had actors in and around the home staying in character the whole time. We could ask them questions and listen as they told stories of their lives. It was very interesting and fun.

Mayflower II
Hmmm. I didn’t snap a photo of the whole ship. Note to self for another trip.I have decided that I would have wanted to be a sailor during this time. At least then I would have been on deck while sailing all those months to the new world.Here Andrew and Cole checked out some of the beds below deck. They estimated about 125 people on this one lower deck for the trip. There were only about 20 people below while we were touring the ship and it was too crowded for me! I just don’t know how those people did it. Very impressive for sure!

The RockCole and Mom’s shadows on Plymouth Rock.
(it is only this big people…really)

We grabbed yet another geocach in Plymouth. A treasure of trinkets and trash was placed on the very end of this breaker, hung from a cable, inside a lock box, inside a tupperware and inside a zip lock baggie. It was still completely soaked and because of this the squirt gun inside was loaded and ready for any victim standing near. Funny.

It was a beautiful view from the end of this breaker!

New York


We didn’t make it out to see
Miss Liberty herself so Trish
gave Cole a buck to get a
photo with this statue at
Battery Park. We will save
the statue trip when Oma and
Jo can be with us.

The Sphere

“For three decades, this sculpture stood in the plaza of the World Trade Center. Entitled “The Sphere,” it was conceived by artist Fritz Koenig as a symbol of world peace. It was damaged during the tragic events of September 11, 2001, but endures as an icon of hope and the indestructible spirit of this country. The Sphere was placed here on March 11, 2002 as a temporary memorial to all who lost their lives in the terrorist attacks at the World Trade Center.
This eternal flame was ignited on September 11, 2002 in honor of all those who were lost. Their spirit and sacrifice will never be forgotten.”

Central Park

Hot dogs and cotton candy for lunch while walking around in Central Park. What could be better.

Cole, Kathryn, Trish, Paul, Carol and Mom
(Andrew and Mandy could not make this trip)

Oh, and kudos to Paul’s NY driving! Yes, we drove into NY and at one point Trish could almost lean out her window and kiss (literally) another vehicle. Wow!

Cole running up and down the piano at FAO Schwarz toy store.Remember the movie BIG, with Tom Hanks?

Last couple photos of our trip.

Mandy had her senior portraits done while we were there so Trish and I joined her for the photo shoot. It was a wonderful afternoon with quite a few different posses and backgrounds. Mandy, you are just one beautiful young woman! Truly.

And here we are!
!LOVE TO YOU!
Cole and I had a GREAT time. Thank You!!!