Statue of Liberty
Visiting Lady Liberty with Statue Cruises
I am a firm believer that getting out into the world provides ample opportunities for learning and personal growth. It is also so rejuvenating to get a change of scenery…
Quick trips from Delaware County, Pa.
Medieval Times Lyndhurst, NJ
Medieval Times
We love to hear from our readers and friends about their fun family excursions. Prior to the Covid-19 lockdown, our friends Paul and Gerrie were telling us about their experiences…
The Fleadh is here
Don’t fear,The Fleadh is here (almost)
If you are like me, you are probably pissed that this coronavirus has been screwing everything up. Kids are home from school, professional sports are being cancelled, and your 401(k)…
CJ Mills
Getting to know CJ Mills, Philly Fleadh Guy
Since 2013 we have been enjoying The Philadelphia Fleadh with family and friends. We think it is a great event, celebrating all things Irish, music, and fun in the sun…
Donna Wethey
Getting to know Donna Wethey of Spotted Hill Farm
Last spring we had a lovely visit with Donna and Guy of Spotted Hill Farm. We learned all about kidding season, and got to feed the baby goats! We thought…
Sight and Sound Theater
Miracle of Christmas at Sight and Sound Theater
Our kids love Christmas. They get it honest – I love Christmas. I love the cozy, warm and fuzzy feeling you get with the twinkling lights and fun music. I…
A day with the wolves at the Wolf Sanctuary of PA
A day with the wolves at The Wolf Sanctuary of PA
Since having children, and acquiring an inordinate amount of stuff, we have come to appreciate ‘experience gifts’. No one wants more stuff. That is why, for our little friend’s birthday,…
Burning Daylight
Burning Daylight, Life lessons by dad
“Are those kids still asleep?” I hear my dad and mom talking outside of the bedroom that I’m sharing with my brother. I’m on the bottom bunk of one bunk…
Apple Tree
A day with Donna and Guy at Spotted Hill Farm
Just Get in the Car has been a work in progress since it started as a distraction from life over two years ago. Shawn and I really enjoy seeing new…
Blossoms at Bartram's
Nature and history in the city – Bartram’s Garden
Although it is hard to imagine, 250 years ago Bartram’s Garden was considered the hinterlands of Pennsylvania. In order to visit the area it would have been an arduous trek…