The Freedom Trial

We braved the narrow, one way streets of downtown Boston to take the Heinisch crew on the Freedom Trail.  The weather was gorgeous this morning, which added to the enjoyment of our adventure.  Along the red brick path we visited many historical sites important to the start of the American Revolution.  The home of Paul Revere, the Old North Church, Boston Common and the State Capitol building were just a few of the ones we saw.

Since we introduced everyone to Cheers on the way out, lunch at Bull & Finch Pub (the inspiration for the show) was a must.  As we enjoyed the relaxing atmosphere after the three mile walk,  I asked each person what they valued most about our morning.  They all agreed at once - the cemetery.  It may seem strange, but I felt the same way.  As we walked along the graves, searching for the tombstones of John Hancock, Samuel Adams, the parents of Benjamin Franklin, and even Mother Goose, it  felt as though we were part of history.

The afternoon was spent touring the USS Constitution and the battle sites at Minuteman National Park.  We were all impressed that Cameron made it up the 294 stairs to look out the top of the Bunker Hill Monument.  That was 244 more stairs than his mother!  As we sit relaxing in our hotel before dinner, I have to say that day three of our non-Florida vacation was exhausting, but well worth it!