One Day at a Time: Etched Memories

What should take 8 hours ended in 12 hours. A few minor obstacles increased the length: punctured tire requiring replacement, overflowing bladders, traffic standstill, etc. Though we longed to be home, we made the best of this long journey. Laughter filled the vehicle as the children said the funniest things. Conversation occurred between my husband and I as snoring filled the backseat. Memories added as we shared stories along the road, glanced at the scenery and endured mentioned obstacles.

Along the way, we reminisced about the wonderful vacation. Feeling blessed to have such opportunity, we spoke of our fondest moments. Brayson shared about hitting home run wiffle balls into the pool at Brooklyn while visiting Cooperstown, NY. He enjoyed our mother/son date in New York City at the 9/11 museum/memorial. And He won't forget taking pictures with the presidents at the Nationals game in DC.

Brooklyn loved Dreamspark in Cooperstown, seeing where all the players stayed, the numerous ball fields and all the events going along with it. She hated the walking in NYC, but found the steps worth it when making it to the M&M store. Her eyes gazed upon the wall of color, imagining her mouth tasting each one of those chocolates. Her favorite memory of DC was traveling over to the Orioles game and witnessing a grand slam.

Brian and I enjoyed seeing these kids have a blast despite a few moments of sibling rivalry and hanger during the miles walked in the cities visited (mostly the hanger came from me). Him and I enjoyed the campsite in Cooperstown and our picnic by Ostego Lake where we fed the ducks, amazed at the rivalry to get the food. At one point, all the ducks were going for it and a bird swooped in for the steal (we laughed so hard we cried). We enjoyed the boat ride in NYC to visit the Statue of Liberty. We also loved taking in the 360 degree view from the World Trade Center (100 floors high). Lastly, in DC, our favorite was Arlington cemetery and the Changing of the Guards.

These memories will last a lifetime! So blessed to have these three in my life and smile when reflecting on our days spent together. . .