Charlotte took Gabe on his field trip to Happy Hollow in San Jose. It’s really a very fun place for the kids, though it can be quite a mob scene. There’s a zoo, rides, and it looks like some kind of play. I sure would have loved to take him on this field trip.
After much encouragement, Charlotte decided to take some quilting lessons. She’s been creating so many great blankets for everyone, it’s a natural next step for her talents. She doesn’t think that highly of her first effort, but I think it came out great.
We head out to Carole and David’s place for the second night of Passover. I’ve never done the second night before, but it is a great excuse to see the rest of the family. John and Joni are there. Dad, Karen, and Max make it as well. Lots of catching up to do before sitting down for the Seder. Enough fun, it’s time to go through the whole thing one more time. I think Gabe is glad to be here. ...
My dad sent in these pictures from our second night of Passover at my aunt Carole’s house. The male progeny of Ira Multer. Hanging out on the day after.
Before subjecting the kids to the pain of making it through the Haggadah, it’s time to treat them to fun at the local park. That rope web thing was a big hit. Having the Seder outside was a real treat. I think Gabe is worried about what’s coming. Scott looks like he has the same concerns. We all made it through in one piece, so it’s time for more fun. ...
Now that Scott is in town, it’s time to pack the families up and head down to historic downtown Philadelphia.There’s no shortage of famous spots in this birthplace of our country. We grab some lunch along the way. Annabel is really enjoying her spaghetti. Next stop is the Betsy Ross house. That girl was quite the seamstress. On to the next historic site, Independence Park.
It’s such a beautiful day here in Pennsylvania, we decide to head out and do some sightseeing. Here we are at Washington Crossing.The river really is moving here, it’s hard to imagine old George making it across on that cold winter. Back at Lynda’s house there’s plenty of fun with Kyle and Rachel. That trampoline and playhouse sure looks familiar. Gabe had so much fun with those Nerf footballs. ...
The family is off to the east coast for Passover vacation. First stop is New Hope on our way to visit my mom and my sister. We got into Kennedy late and decided to stop at a hotel in New Hope rather than waking my mom. The kids were thrilled with the sight of snow still on the ground. The weather was pretty much the same as what we left in Santa Cruz, so it was surprising to see some of the white stuff was still holding out.
A few images from the front garden.
Charlotte managed to snap some shots of the birds cleaning themselves. This is the uncensored version, so move on if you’re offended.