Without exception all 14 of our kids were up early and arrived early to start our daylong adventure. After a a healthy breakfast, we hit the road with "G" our bus driver. Glenez Hilton has driven for us on and off for many years. This is my 11th Youth Tour and "G" was driving for us long before. The kids love her and she loves them!
Gettysburg really seemed to be a great experience for all the kids. We start the experience with a movie and then move on to a narration of the battle while viewing the cyclorama. Now...I don't want to tell you everything or the kids won't have anything to share, but in this day and age of high technology and special affects, the kids were most impressed by the program that focused in on a 32 foot tall, 377 foot long painting that is viewed in a circular theatre. You definately want to ask them about this one!
Miss Betty met us for lunch. Miss Betty is a southern woman who has been looking for her husband that was killed in the battle at Gettysburg. She has been looking for him for 147 years! The presentation is a unique look at history through they eyes of a ghost. Miss Betty was a real treat. You can view her website at http://www.missbettysghostsingettysburg.com/
Jim Martin, a licensed battlefield guide joined us for the afternoon as we drove through the battlefield. Mr. Martin explained the battles, the lives lost and the impact of the battle of Gettysburg on the outcome of the civil war. His enthusiasm made his presentation something the kids...and James and I, will remember. Based on the discussion at our late night meeting, today's road trip was certainly worthwhile! Oh be sure to ask about the "dog in the house"!
A note to all of you proud parents, both of our presenters today commented on the excellent behavior and maturity of our kids! Thank you for sending along such great kids!
We had a great dinner at Buca di Beppo in Gaithersburg, Maryland. Marshall Dorr can eat more food in one sitting that anyone I've ever met! The food was great, the company entertaining and enjoyable. Be sure to wish Marshall a happy birthday...okay it wasn't really Marshall's birthday, but that was part of the evening's entertainment! Another story to ask about when you talk to your kids!
When we returned to the District (Washington DC) We were able to do night viewings of the Jefferson Memorial--just beautiful as the sun was setting, The FDR Memorial--probably the group favorite, and the Air Force Memorial.
In summary, it was a great day.
NOTE: I apologize for spelling and grammar errors in my blog posts, but after a full day of touring I am lucky to form a complete sentence!
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