Our Trip to WV and MD
Today, we were back in Maryland in Cumberland. We had visited Cumberland before seeing some of the sites, but planned to explore more areas this morning. Unfortunately, it was raining, so that put a damper on things. However, we did manage to see a few sites before we put the pedal to the metal and headed home.
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| Cumberland was a thriving coal and transportation center in the late 1800's and numerous wealthy families were located here. Many of their grand houses are still around today but this is the only one we got a picture of because of the rain. |
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| This the only remaining structure of Fort Cumberland for which the town was named. It was headquarters for British defense in the French and Indian War. A 21 year old, George Washington, led his first command here. Also, his last when he gathered troops at the fort to suppress the Whiskey Rebellion. And bring it back around, this is where the troops started from that crossed the bridge we saw on the first day at Casselman State Park. |
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| After we got home (and they woke up from their naps), the cats welcomed us with demands for lap time. |
This vacation was interesting in that we found several connections, both on a historical and a personal level, from place to place that we hadn't planned or even knew about. That made it fun as different pieces fell into place. Next time, we might actually research ahead of time and go with a plan. But maybe not. What would be the fun in that?
We had a great time on our little excursion. There was just the right amount of family time and back road exploring, sprinkled with some history lessons, hikes, and fun restaurants. Sometimes vacations work out and sometimes they don't. This one definitely worked out in the best way.
Looking forward to our next trip, but for now, regular life is calling.
I have really enjoyed your trip! You have shown me all kinds of places we can go__someday!
ReplyDeleteAnd someday, I am going to make it to your area. I actually had a trip planned to Atlanta and surrounding area before the pandemic hit. Hopefully, we will be able to reschedule before too long.
DeleteSounds like it was the perfect little trip!
ReplyDeleteWell, nothing is perfect, but this was pretty darn good. It helped that we didn't have a big agenda, so things were relaxed.
DeleteTrips with a loose agenda are the best! And who doesn't love coming home to their cats??? Are they extra loving when you've been gone awhile?
ReplyDeleteIt is easier to have a loose agenda when you haven't traveled far. We were never more than 5 hours away from home. When we have to fly to get somewhere, we usually try to be more organized to take advantage of what we want to see since it may be a once in a lifetime visit.
DeleteAlthough my son took good care of the cats, they let us know that we hadn't been there to meet all of their demands. After some fussing, they settled down in our laps for lots of purring.
I, too, enjoyed seeing the pictures and reading the details of your trip. Thank you so much for sharing. I'm glad you were able to enjoy your vacation and the cats forgave you for not being there to cater to their every need for a few days! :D
ReplyDeleteThere's the old stereo type of people boring others with their vacation pictures. However, I like seeing them and glad you do, too.
DeleteYou know cat, what have you done for me yesterday. :)
Well, I enjoyed it. Lol. It's the only way I really travel, vicariously through others.
ReplyDeleteGlad you enjoyed it.
DeleteWow that looks like fun, beautiful and educational. The houses are beautiful. I’ve never been to that part of the country.
ReplyDeleteA lot of the country's early history in this area, in addition to being beautiful. You should come visit sometime for a change of pace. It's very different from Houston.
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