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Ruby


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Ok are you going somewhere this summer? We try to do something fun every summer. This year I think I am going to arrange for us to go to the Georgia Aquarium:


 


Georgia Aquarium opened on November 23rd as the World’s Largest Aquarium. With 8 million gallons of fresh and marine water, and more than 100,000 animals representing 500 species from around the globe, you’re sure to see things you’ve never seen before!
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For one day. Then head to Six Flags in Atlanta too:


 


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And that should be all. The girl (older) is going to Europe in July and the boy's summer is still up in the air- maybe summer school, if not then lots of camps!


 


How about you? Have any plans? I know MZ's Florida trip is nearing!



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I think this year, just another long weekend in Chicago. Have yet to go to Navy Pier, & there's an old Chicagoland Gangster Tour that would be fun and interesting to see.

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Can I come?

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ah....ah........eeeeh.....mmmmm......we'd better talk about that, hey?


 




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This summer we are staying in England and in July having a week in a big static caravan at Haggerstone Castle in Northumberland...the very North East corner of England and more or less in Scotland:


"Haggerston Park is just a stone’s throw from Holy Island. You can explore the stunning Northumberland National Park scenery and visit the many castles that dot the coastline. The kids will love Alnwick Castle – they’ll recognise it from Harry Potter. This is the England you always wanted to find: a stunning region of country walks and strolls along a picturesque coast.
Bamburgh Castle
Haggerston is located in an historic area of castles and magnificent gardens with heritage around every corner. There’s so much to do in Northumberland: walking, cycling, fishing, golf, riding and sailing plus a year-long programme of fairs and festivals. There are also many attractive fishing villages and little seaside resorts to visit. Plus - of course - the many dramatic historical buildings. Haggerston Castle is a truly impressive location. 
Places to explore 

Holy Island


1. Holy Island
The Holy Island is the famous island of Lindisfarne and can only be reached at low tide and is reached by a causeway. Home to Lindifarne Castle and priory there is a lot to see and it is guaranteed that this will be a fun family day out.
 

Bamburgh Castle


2. Bamburgh
An unspoilt hamlet situated by long, beautiful sandy beaches. Bamburgh is the ideal place to explore North Northumberland with the main attraction being the Bamburgh Castle which dominates the landscape.
 

Alnwick Castle


3. Alnwick Castle
Alnwick Castle dates back to the 11th Century and with its riverside setting and fine art collection, it is a very popular attraction. Recently the Castle has been used as the back drop of the children's favourite 'Harry Potter'.

 

Northumberland National Park


4. Northumberland National Park
398 sq. miles of beautiful windswept hills that provide breathtaking views from the moors of Cheviot Hills and the beautiful village of Holystone. You can join the National Trail and enjoy the dancing and music from the live shows.

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Then in October we are taking 2 weeks in Italy on the Neapolitan Riviera...a place called Maiori.


I have never been to Italy before but I am looking forward to some class Pizza and Pasta and hopefully some warm weather before winter hits!



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I want to go to all of these places!!!

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 next ? did I have a first ?



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pip that looks awesome!!


dave you live in florida, isn't that like a vacation all the time? (when there's not hurricanes).



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Thanks JD, I'm really looking forward to staying here this summer...we're not guaranteed any good weather mind you. But there are some beautiful places to see here...some greatr exploring to do and a trip to Holy Island...aka Lindisfarne,,,where thr monks make Lindisfarne Mead...a syrupy alcoholic beverage


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Mind you I live in a holiday resort too..one of those brash tacky places with theme park, piers and amusement arcades...all designed to take your money...


Blackpool...in North West England...high crime...high Poverty..seasonal unemployment...high levels of alcohol consumption...drunkenness and debauchery (whatever that is). - They don't employ me to write the brochures!!



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ooh look out for anything that Monks brew!!!! I had a bottle of the Belgian Monk Bier stuff once and I couldn't get off the couch for an hour!!

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A bottle of Lindisfarne Mead, made exclusively on Holy IslandHave a glass on me JD

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I'll wait until I don't have to wake up early the next morning!!

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Bump


Aha... evidence that I did give advance warning of my intention to take leave... The bird can whistle, Ruby



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We Went to Branson but I think In september we are making a trip to Dallas to see friends and of course go to Six Flags.


Course now Next year I am planning a Upper MidWest Trip! Wisconsion, Illinois, and Indiana.



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Going to Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, in the middle of August and the hurricane season.  I hope I'm safe.


Here's one picture of the all inclusive (drunkfest) resort.




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yay!  twelve.5 days and counting!  just picked up the mail and our culture passes are in!  gonna take the penguin to get cultured on some new mexico history in santa fe.  gonna take in the museum of fine arts; museum of indian arts & culture; museum of international folk art; new mexico history mueum / palace of the governors.  the girl will take the penguin along to check out some of the art galleries -- i know she want's to see the georgia o'keefe gallery (again)  ,  if the glass blower is still near my ma's house, we'll go there too!  my ma wants to make a pilgrimage to santuario de chimayo,


Santuario de Chimayo


so i hope you don't mind taking in some catholic churches.  we will have to go to mass on sunday to respect my ma, so we will probably go to the st. francis cathedral St Francis Cathedrallot's of stuff to do, so little time....



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Looks like fun- can't wait to see the pix!

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We took the kids to Kansas City, MO for the weekend back in May and it was great. It's only about 4 hours from home. We stayed in a 4 star hotel that was connected to a mall (I want to live there). We did something for each member of the family. My hubby wanted to go to Cabela's store, my son wanted to go to Science City and my daughter wanted to eat at the Crayola Cafe. Then we caught the I-70 series on Sunday and went to see the Cards play the Royals. My husband's goal is to see the cards play in every stadium he can. This was the first outside of Busch, but you gotta start somewhere. There was also this really neat restaurant called Fritz's that serves your food via a train. That was really cool. It was a quick trip and cost very little to do. With the jobs that my hubby and I have, we have a hard time getting away for a week, so our little 3 day trip was good for us. Next year we are going to go back.

Pip, I loved Italy, but was disappointed in the pizza. The calzone in Pisa was fantastic, though. Worst food I had in Europe - France. Best food I had in Europe - Germany. Of course, I'm a little biased. I would love to go to the UK, especially Ireland and Scotland. I would love to try forfar bridies and cloutie dumplings. For me - it's all about the food.

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Trish wrote:
my daughter wanted to eat at the Crayola Cafe.


Wow, I haven't ate crayons since preschool!

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Those crayons were good. Mine tasted like a reuben sandwich. Amazing what they can do with crayons.

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Wow, that must be a new color!

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I don't know where my next vacation will be. NYC maybe. I would love to revisit New Orleans one day, but Leah Chase has to have her restaurant back up and running before that happens. I promised her I'd visit only when she re-opens.

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JD The Jazz Doctor wrote:

I don't know where my next vacation will be. NYC maybe. I would love to revisit New Orleans one day, but Leah Chase has to have her restaurant back up and running before that happens. I promised her I'd visit only when she re-opens.
NYC is so much fun.  Just remove all the Yankee fans, and the place is so much fun to visit!!

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Molly wrote:
Wow, that must be a new color!


It is! It's called YUMMY.

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darleneapd wrote:

JD The Jazz Doctor wrote: I don't know where my next vacation will be. NYC maybe. I would love to revisit New Orleans one day, but Leah Chase has to have her restaurant back up and running before that happens. I promised her I'd visit only when she re-opens. NYC is so much fun.  Just remove all the Yankee fans, and the place is so much fun to visit!!

 


that's what I'm thinkin too! I wouldn't head near Soldier field either during football season!



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Yeah JD, we might put you on a Ritz and eat you!

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oh I read that wrong the first time!

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