We decided that we needed to see as much as we could before Matt and Claire started school. So on one of our adventures we went to Battery Park to see the Statue of Liberty.
It was amazing to see the Statue of Liberty with my own eyes. Claire commented on how beautiful she is, "That green Lady". It was fun to talk about freedom with the kids and let them in on how lucky they are to live in America.
We took a breather and ate lunch in the park. It was a warm day, but the kids enjoyed playing with these chimes that were built into the ground. Poor Jack had to jump really hard to make it work, but he did not mind.
We all got into the fun. The amazing thing was that no matter the combination that you stepped on, the chimes made beauiful music. Sitting on a bench in the shade, enjoying the music and having the Statue of Liberty in the background, unbelievable.
We took a stroll to the finicial disrtict and caught sight of the NY Stock Exchange. The building was under top security, but what caught my eye was our flag that was proudly displayed.
We took a tour of Riverside Church, where Columbia was first established. The woood work and craftmanship of the church was amazing. When we went in they were holding Mass and the sound of the organ fill the building.
The cenetery surrounding the church and many historical markers. One of them being Alexander Hamilton. What to treat to be so close to history. On 9/11 a huge tree was ripped from it roots in the cemetary and fell to the ground. The tree fell in such a way that none of the historic grave stones were harmed. That was such a testimony to me of the Lord's had in the simple things.
After seeing more sights Matt (with the help of his handy dandy book) found us a fun, kid friendly restraunt. Kitchette. Great home cooked comfort food that hit the spot after so much exploring. To top it off everyone was able to pick a treat. Claire chose a dog shaped cookie.
Goofy Lance, a bananna cookie.
And Jack a red velvet cupcake.
Matt and I shared some chocolate goodness thing. Goffy!
Which one were you at? If you guys were down at battery park you probably went to the kitchenette down there, but did you know the other one is up right by campus on Amsterdam just past 126th Street, I walked by it every time I went to the grocery store. It was fun seeing your pictures even though they make me jealous. Hope you are enjoying yourselves. Isn't fall beautiful there?!?
ReplyDeleteYou guys HAVE to try Magnolia Bakery. The cupcakes are divine!
ReplyDeleteIt looks like you guys are having so much fun! We are missing you here. Ethan started school... and is of course loving it! I am hoping to get Josie into Kristen Moons pre-school. Oh... The Burtons are moving to Dallas at the end of the month. And another friend bites the dust ;o) Yikes.... are we driving people away???
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