Sue's purchases and travels

My son and I toured Philadelphia yesterday and had a wonderful time, despite the incredibly hot weather. This is the city where America began and is so steeped in history that it's easy to walk the cobblestone streets or brick sidewalks and imagine life in the 1770's. We visited Independence hall (Where the Declaration of Independence was approved and signed) and also the Liberty Bell. A short walk from these is the home of Betsy Ross, the woman assoicated with the first American flag. Philadelphia has a wonderful visitors center where we spotted the "colonists" pictured aboe. The good news is that Independence Hall and Liberty Bell are not only free but also Air conditioned! Many of the Swedes I know visit New York and DC but never stop in Philadelphia. It's a city that has so much to offer including Old Swedes Church which speaks of early Swedish immigrants. It's great for kids and although we just had one day we could have easily filled a few more. Let Freedom Ring....Visit Philadelphia!