November 28, 2006
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Part the Third
We have come to the conclusion of the holiday adventure, the trip to David’s football game.
Truly, though, the travels began Friday afternoon as we left for Bethlehem, PA. I really like Bethlehem. It’s not a bit what I thought it would be, a worn-out, ex-steel town. Instead, it’s a quaint city filled with history. Plus, it’s fairly easy to navigate.
We arrived at avaricewrex’s house by 4:00, greeted the family, and then left to eat supper. The Denny’s where we ate should win an award for quick and friendly service. “Sure thing! I’ll get that for you right away!” It was a delight.
After dinner, the Hunter and I jumped in a car with avaricewrex and Ruth (his mom) while she shuttled the boys to a Starfield concert at a church in Allentown. The Hunter was much looking forward to this concert, as Starfield is his favorite band. Ruth and I enjoyed the drive and visiting and exchanging birthday gifts.
The next morning, we once again loaded in the van, this time to head to Staten Island, NY, where David was to play his final football game. The winner of this game was to head to Florida for the national championships. James1_12 and Jimmyz_lil_sis and parents met us there for a fun reunion. Although David’s team played well, they lost. Or should I say, they LOST. But, the weather was more than gorgeous–60 degrees and sunny on November 25th? Many prayers were answered.
After a fantastic dinner at a Bennigan’s in New Jersey (my wonderful restaurant experience weekend!), we listened to Eragon for the five or six hours driving home.
Now, football is over. Cheerleading is over. Amen! As I said to my mom, “I’m so excited! Other than Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, we get to stay home every night!” Ah, life is wonderful, and I’m looking forward to December: an almost-empty calendar, a fun time of homeschooling, and lots of lights and pretties all around the house.
Next entry, I plan to write all about our P&P read-a-thon. Have you watched a movie version yet? I haven’t! But, I’m off to watch a movie with the olders and TGD. Ta-ta!
Comments (21)
Aww…too bad they lost but it sounds like they must have had a great season to make it that far. Enjoy the calmness you have coming now. God bless!
What a delightful birhtday celebration! I do envy your Action Jane…Glad you had a great time and now you can enjoy the holiday season. Looking forward to the P&P reading.
Sounds like a heavenly trip! Do they play up their name with the nativity or bright stars or anything?
Oh!!! Stink!! I forgot to get my book from the library!! I’m writing it down now and we’re going tomorrow!!!
Ah Bethlehem, it is a nice place, my dad lived there for a while. They have a very nice (and huge) music festival in the summer. Sounds like your Birthday was nice and like you all had a great time on your trip.
Hey, I just saw your comment on AJ’s blog about Wolves of Willoughby Chase being the first of a series???? Are you sure? That is one of the best books of all time, I think. I’m going to go search for others–you’ve got me all excited! Also never heard of others by the author of Magic Summer, which is one I stumbled onto at a used book sale and loved! Amazon, here I come!
Thanks!
You wouldn’t believe what I got my mother for her birthday.
(Hint: I stowed it somewhere and forgot where I put it so I wasn’t able to give it to her before you gave her your present.)
Your trip sounded wonderful! Hope you enjoy your relaxing December! I will relax in January
re my blog: Yup, I was talking about you. ~M.E.
I’m glad that NJ was able to redeem itself a tiny bit…
Hi Mary. I’m from Annapolis. -a lot of my family is still here. hence, Annap-kin. It’s a stretch, I know.
I am inspired to find the J. Austen Action Figure for my 17 yo daughter. She is a big fan. I’ve been enjoying your posts immensely. Thank you.
It was indeed the exact same brand of bubble bath that you and she got each other!
Ah, you still haven’t seen The Patriot. Maybe next week…”
Yeah…I hope so…
No football, no cheerleading, what are you going to do?
sounds like a really fun time!
i did watch the new version of P&P! how romantic
can’t wait for the reading to start!
I like your xanga background…
yes, my heart is pretty torn too… although currently I’m more ‘confused’ than ‘torn’…
There’s so much that’s up in the air, and so little time for it all to fall down neatly, that I may yet be commuting instead of moving… God only knows, at this point.
During times of parting, the fact of the heavenly reunion is the one thing that is extremely comforting to me… all goodbyes (among Christians) are temporary…
Mmm, the even though the P&P read-a-thon sounds like a blast, I think that I will pass!
I went with Gealgmod. It was not only the most popular choice, but also the only one that didn’t really sound like any Modern English word.
My friend is gonna have her birthday on 10 December, would u mind saying happy birthday to her?
Just a sentence is ok~ Thank you very much! I really appreiciate it!~
Hey! I’m gonna be out of town and may be computer-less for a couple days (or too busy to check xanga) & may not be able to comment on P&P. I did check it out at the library yesterday and I’m on chapter 11. (Yea!) It’s much easier reading than I’d anticipated (probably due to the fact that I’ve watched the black & white 19?? version with O’Mar Sharif (is that really who that is?? how to spell it, I’m not sure!) a hundred times!! I’m geeked!!
Gotta go finish packing! Hopefully I’ll be able to join in conversation over the next few days, but, if not, talk to ya after Saturday!
Do you like ‘The Mummy’ series? I like Charles, he cracks me up!! Thats to bad about Davids game. But theres always next year. Tootles!
Funny- I am always happy when cheer season starts……..and I am equally happy when it is over! Enjoy your movie! Sherry