Ward, Wally, Theo, and I got back yesterday from our trip to Maine. I didn't get a chance to post about it while we were gone, so I will chronicle it here. Hopefully, I haven't forgotten too much of it.
We planned the trip for April, hoping the Maine winter weather would be over, but before the black flies and other bugs returned. We were successful on both accounts. I have only one mosquito bite, and we only saw frost once. However, since we were there before it really warmed up, many attractions were not open. That was not much of a problem, as the main reason for the visit was to see family.
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| We passed the time during the drive listening to this book. |
Our first day of travel was a 10.5-hour day. Even with stops along the way and the changing of drivers, we all agreed the traveling day was too long. Our bottoms and backs were not happy, but fortunately, we were able to recover in our hotel room that night.
We had a shorter drive the next day and arrived at my sister's house in time to have a nice afternoon and evening visit with my niece and family. They are first-time homeowners, and it was fun seeing their new house and all the things they have growing in their yard.
Below are a few pictures from our first two days.
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| On the first day, we had lunch at Jane's Diner in Binghamton, NY. Ward especially enjoyed watching the train go by behind the diner. |
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| A scenic overlook near Brattleboro, Vermont, where we spent our first night. |
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| The next morning, our first stop was at Fox Forest in New Hampshire. |
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| Cousins |
Until next time...
I don't travel much but I think if you're tired, it meant you've done some good traveling. I wouldn't mind doing some hiking in Maine.
ReplyDeleteHave a lovely day.
We didn't get much chance for hiking in Maine this time, but there is definitely good hiking to be had there.
DeleteYep, that traveling can be hard on the body! But, so glad y'all got to take this trip! I love the train pic! Looks like the cousins were having a good time! The hike looks like fun!
ReplyDeleteWard especially likes trains, so we look for them wherever we are. :) The cousins are all very interesting people, so it was fun to listen to their discussions.
Delete10 hours is a long long drive for one day. I am glad you had a wonderful trip and could not help but notice how all the cousins have the same eyes!
ReplyDeleteLOL. Those eyes are a strong family trait. They show up all over the place. :)
DeleteThat first day's drive was a long one! But, I'm sure it was worth it to meet up with family. Love the group photo of the cousins. Like Anne said, they all have the same eyes and similar smiles, except the one cousin in front who looks a bit like a cat! :D
ReplyDeleteMy niece hiding behind the cat is shy, but has the same yellow eyes. :)
DeleteWelcome back! Sounds like a great trip. Did it feel like you were traveling between seasons? I bet it's much less spring- like in Maine.
ReplyDeleteAs we drove north, I felt like I was going back in time seeing fewer and fewer flowers and green leaves. In Maine, spring was at the yellow stage with forsythia and daffodils in bloom with a few other flowers here and there. Although, we saw a fair amount of change is the week we were there.
DeleteWe drove 17 hours straight to Miami last year, and I hope I never have to do that again. I agree that shorter hops are much, much better.
ReplyDeleteRecently, my cousin drove for many hours straight and ended up in the hospital from blood clots. That's always in the back of my mind, so I don't think I would ever attempt something like 17 hours. Glad you survived it.
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