My sister calls me antisocial. She doesn’t really mean that but I am no social butterfly for certain. I like to be around people for a few hours and then I am ready to head home. I have several good friends I do things with. Love to go to lunch or shopping with them. But the people who bore me do nothing but talk. Talking is their hobby. They talk about other people that I don’t know or care about. They talk and talk till I get tired of listening to them and try to get away from them. One time I dated a man who talked all the time everywhere we went. If I went with him I carried snacks, drinks and a book with me. My survival kit.
Month: February 2025
Beach Sandals
My favorite pair of shoes has to be my beach sandals. I bought them in Florida and wore them everywhere. I wore them to the beach and put my feet in the sandals under the water to rinse them off. I wore them to pools and got them wet. They used to be so comfortable that I wore them all the time. I wore these beach sandals in Florida. I brought them home with me to Pennsylvania. And they have gone with me to beaches in Maryland, New Jersey, and North and South Carolina. Alas, foot problems began and I was told to wear shoes with support, good sneakers. But I still have those beach sandals and they still go to the beach and the pool with me.
Daily writing prompt
Tell us about your favorite pair of shoes, and where they’ve taken you.
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Discover Pennsylvania’s Historical and Fun Attractions for Kids Part 2
Two Historic Cities In Pennsylvania
Philadelphia is certainly one great city full of America’s exciting history and historic buildings. Nevertheless, we can add some other interesting places in Pennsylvania. These are marvelous places for families to visit. Gettysburg is a historic battlefield and full of history about the Civil War. Lancaster is a charming city where many Amish live and many great places to explore.
Gettysburg, Pa
Gettysburg has been called the turning point of the Civil War. The south had been winning the war up to the point of Gettysburg. It was at Gettysburg that the Union Army stopped the southern army’s march to the north. It was at Gettysburg that President Lincoln gave his famous Gettysburg Address Speech. Gettysburg is dedicated to all the great men who died there.
Gettysburg National Military Park
Your first stop at Gettysburg might be at the Museum and visitor center where there are plenty of parking spots. Inside the 2200 square foot museum there are cold drinks, snacks and bathrooms. The museum offers exhibits, a gift shop and a ranger to answer questions. There plenty of historic exhibits from the Civil War including guns, uniforms and even a large cannon.
Tour The Battle Field
There are various ways of touring the Gettysburg Battlefield and learning about Gettysburg and the famous battlefield.
- By Car. Using your car, you are free to go at your own pace. You can view what you are most interested in seeing.
- Guided car tour: An experienced tour guide accompanies you. They are there to answer questions. They know the best places to show you. These tours have varying fees.
- On horseback: Tour the battlefield on horseback like the soldiers who fought at Gettysburg. Horse rental fees are generally charged.
- Walking the trails if you are a hiker.
- Car and Walking: This is a great option as the park has 6000 acres. Driving on your own allows you to stop and view whatever you what to see.
Significant Spots To Visit At Gettysburg
- Little Round Top was a significant area where fierce fighting took place with Union soldiers eventually winning the hill.
- Cemetery Ridge which was the headquarters for General Meade and the Union soldiers made camp.
- Big Round Top which is the highest point of the Gettysburg Battlefield. There are five monuments at the top of the ridge.
- Sachs covered bridge which some say is haunted by confederate soldiers who were hung from the bridge.
- There are multiple museums throughout Gettysburg that are worth checking out.
- Jennie Wade house. Jennie Wade, a civilian was killed by a confederate bullet while she was making bread to feed the Union Army.
Lancaster, Pa
Lancaster is famous for it Amish population. It’s the largest Amish community in America. The Amish are famous for still living without electricity, cars, and modern technology. Most Amish still dress in traditional clothing and use horse and buggies. They are well known for their country cooking, quilting, religion and furniture building. Let’s check out some interesting things you can find in Amish country.
- Amish farms which can offer tours and buggy rides.
- Kitchen Kettle is an outdoor type of market but with about forty indoor shops. These include shops that sell canned goods, jams & relishes, and leather goods. There is a yarn shop that also offers free classes and workshops. You can also find sweet shops and cheese shops. There’s also a restaurant and homemade ice cream. I was here once and would love to go back.
- Green Dragon Flea Market is 60 acres of a local farm market and flea market combination. It has indoor and outdoor shopping. It boasts seven large buildings with some one hundred vendors showing their crafts and wares.
- Amish quilt shops: There are many quilting shops throughout Lancaster. No trip to Lancaster would be complete without shopping for a quilt. Make sure you have plenty of money or a credit card. These beautiful handmade quilts can be quite expensive.
- Amish restaurants are the place you will want to eat at in Lancaster. The Amish are famous for their home cooking. Two well know restaurants are “Bird in Hand Restaurant and Smorgasbord” and “Shady Maple Smorgasbord.
Entertainment in Lancaster Pa
- Sight and Sound Theater: This theater is for young and old. It does plays based on Bible stories using live animals. I have seen Joseph, David, and Samson at this theater and enjoyed every one of them. Currently the story of Noah is playing.
- Dutch Apple Dinner Theater offers a great dinner and a musical. It also has a children’s theater for the little ones.
- Dutch Wonderland is a smaller version of Disney Land. It features over thirty rides and a show. Duke’s Lagoon is a small water pad to keep the kids cool on a hot summer afternoon. There’s also fifteen acres of campgrounds for family camping.
These are two cities in Pennsylvania which offer a lot to families. They offer history lessons for the children as well as a fun time. Warm weather and summer vacations are just around the corner. You might want to consider visiting the great state of Pennsylvania and having the time of your life.
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Discover Pennsylvania’s Historical and Fun Attractions for Kids Part 1
Vacation in Pennsylvania and Bring The Children
Pennsylvania is the place to bring your children on a fun filled and educational vacation. Here in Pa, children can visit a working farm. They can learn about the Amish. They can see sites where history was made. Children can also visit zoos and wildlife parks. They will have fun learning every day.
History in Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, Pa is full of history for the whole family from children to grandparents, there’s lots to learn and enjoy. Philadelphia, Pa was the site of the first Continental Congress and the first capital of the new country, America. In 1776 The Declaration Of Independence was read by John Nixon from the steps of what is now Independence Hall. This document was the beginning of the separation of the thirteen colonies from England.
Also in Philadelphia, you can visit several museums. These include the Ben Franklin Museum and Museum of Art. There is also The Franklin Institute, which deals with science. Additionally, the Betsy Ross Museum and The National Constitution Center are also museums worth checking out. Some of these museums charge admission fees, while others are free. There are many more museums in the Philadelphia area worth visiting.
Visiting the Liberty Bell is a must see.
The Liberty Bell is another piece of American history. It can be seen in Independence Hall sporting its famous crack. The Liberty Bell was ordered by the Pa Assembly in 1751 from White Chapel Foundry located in London.
Pennsylvania Zoos
There are several nice zoos around the state of Pennsylvania.
- ZooAmerica located in Hershey Pa is eleven acres which is actually a part of Hershey Park. ZooAmerican showcases some 200 species of North American wildlife
- Tobias Lake is a wildlife park which was began in 1965. It features a Safari tour, where you can view most animals in their natural habitat. There’s an African lion, a Bengal tiger, an a giraffe. There’s also a reptile building where kids can learn about reptiles. There’s exotic birds, monkeys and a petting zoo. Take a picnic lunch and the children will love it.
- While you are in Philadelphia don’t forget to visit the famous Philadelphia Zoo. The Philadelphia Zoo was the first Zoo in America. It covers forty two acres and has nearly 1300 animals. The zoo also features a great collection of botanical plants.
- Penn’s Cave & Wildlife encompasses sixteen hundred acres. You can take a guided tour in a flat bottom boat through the caverns. Additionally, you can take a ninety-minute tour through the wildlife park. There are about fifty steps to the main entrance of the cavern. This is not suitable if you are handicapped.
- T & D’S Cats of The World is located in Penns Creek, Pa. It is a refuge organization that takes in abused and mistreated animals. Starting mostly with wild cats, it now has bears, foxes, parrots and a bird Aviary.
The above is just a small list of family-friendly and educational places in and around Pennsylvania. Kids would enjoy these places and have fun learning. These places are great for home schooled students.
Discover Pennsylvania’s Historical and Fun Attractions for Kids Part 2
History Lovers Corner 