What can I say…loved her.  I know, big surprise.  I love a highly educated woman that thinks the same as I do.  It makes me feel so much smarter.  I could have listened to her for at least a couple more hours.  I want that “sex lives of the founders” lecture.  I have already told my friends the Adam and Eve story.  Equally admiring was Scotts retort.  This is what makes history REALLy interesting. 

 

I have to admit, I also enjoyed Eli.  He was witty and quick and I loved his sarcasm.  His lesson was great, even if some people didn’t follow the directions correctly.  I guess that gave a true example of what it would be like in the classroom.  I always enjoy a little controlled chaos. 

 

Favorite part of the center would have to be the Tree.  I could have stood there a pulled pictures for hours.  I like that is an ever evolving exhibit.  Think about it.  One of us could be on that tree some day.  The bronze statues were great in the fact that they were as true to scale as could be.  I don’t care what the ranger at Valley Forge says, I still think they were short little guys back then.  Look at their beds.  There is no way that my husband and I could fit in one of those little beds.  It’s not even a full.  I walked by every statue and they only guys that were taller than me were Washington at 6′2″ and Morris at 6′4″.  They were definately the exception, not the rule and I am wondering if George’s stature didn’t play some role in his being looked upon as a great leader.  At least initially.

I probably had the most fun after the Center.  I ran (literally) to the Franklin Post Office to get some post cards off to my family with the official stamp.  Then we hightailed it to the Park Service gift store where some of us stood in line for an hour and some of us gave up and decided to buy their stuff at a latter time (names will remain anonymous to protect the innocent)  Me – hour   Sherri – smart  Then we dashed over the the Second Bank and slid in as they were pulling the open sign.  We got to look at all of the wonderful paintings.  Next, a group of us walked 6 blocks to Jim’s Cheesesteaks.  I don’t know about the 6 blocks, but I have decided I am not a huge fan of cheesesteak.  I think I have enough for this trip and will look for some other local favorites.  On our way back from the 6 (or 10) block walk, some of us decided on a side trip to City Tavern where the Founders relaxed after a hard day of debate.  It was wonderful.  The staff dressed up in period apparel and the spirits were pretty good too.  Finally, we were going to call it a day when we decide on another side trip to Penn Landing.  I think we were all lulled by the water and the wind.  A beautiful ending to a wonderful day.