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Plymouth was probably one of my favorite parts of our trip (although I liked everything so much). We had a great tour at the Jenny Grist Mill and if you are ever in town I recommend it. First we took a walking tour and our tour guide was amazing (also part of the mill). He was very informed and shared so much history. It really got me thinking about being a good person. When the pilgrims first arrived they were good, humble and they shared everything. It's amazing how the desire for power corrupts people.
Jenny Grist Mill
Plymouth RockWe also toured the Mayflower Replica
Touching the Atlantic Ocean for the first time...
Touching the Atlantic Ocean for the first time...
Outside the native huts...
The English Village. Most of the homes had people in them with their warm fires in character talking to you. It was like going back in time. We liked to go visit the homes with the largest fires and keep warm.
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Another great day! I have been to Plymouth and it is wonderful! I didn't do the the plantation - will have to catch it the next time!
Looks like you all had so much fun together. I love living history museums!
For some reason I thought Plymouth Rock would be much larger!!! I mean, it is Plymouth Rock, for Pete's sake! LOL!
Well there is some story about how during the revolutionary war Plymouth Rock was carried to town square to encourage patriotism and men to enlist. The story goes that during the move (when no one was touching it) the rock split- one side was larger than the other. Everyone said it symbolized the split from England and they enlisted. The rock has been moved many places and a good portion of it is also in the Smithosian as well. So this is not the entire rock, some has been lost, some in different locations etc... It is kind of small, huh?
What an amazing trip you had Laura...the pictures are just breathtaking.
OH HOLY SHIPWRECK! I can't believe I haven't commented about the Cobles! It's been on my brain like a total magnet. You were so sweet to e-mail me. I was going to respond but I can't access it from work. It totally blows my mind, triplets! I am so praying it is the easiest, breeziest pregancy ever with awesome outcomes. Lighting can't strike twice, right? Thank you for keeping me in the loop girl!
I thought the same thing about the Plymouth Rock. I do not remember seeing it at the Smithsonian when I went to all of them in DC, but I was pregnant, so my mind was not all there.
What a wonderful trip. Michael and I are planning a trip like that when the kids are older and will enjoy it. I am so excited... I love history.
That is the first time you have every touched the Atlantic? WOW! That amazes me. I forget that it is not easy access to everyone (I grew up in FT Lauderdale... swimming in the Atlantic was a weekly thing in my teenage years.)
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