A Revolutionary Adventure

We left for Williamsburg, VA on Saturday morning. Stopped at Dinwiddie to drop Carlton off at his niece’s place and proceeded to Williamsburg.
Sunday, we embarked on a revolutionary adventure in Colonial Williamsburg to experience America’s past. We walked through the charming streets, parks and gardens that have been restored to an entirely different era. We came face-to-face with people who “live” in the 18th century. Men in three-cornered hats, horse-drawn carriages and traders all grace the streets, taverns and the market place. We sip on our mug of hot apple cider to keep warm and eat fresh ginger bread cake.

At 5pm, we walked to Bill Barker’s home for a holiday party. Bill Barker is the cousin of my father-in-law. Each year, he hosts his famous Christmas party in his home. He lives in a restored home which is known as the Edinburgh Castle. He plays the role of Thomas Jefferson in Williamsburg. There, we met “Benjamin Franklin” and a few other men and women in 18th century costumes. It was rather interesting.
Later in the evening, he announced for us to grab our coats and head on outside the front door to watch the fireworks. We joined the rest of the crowds on the street and oohed and aahed at the spectacular fireworks display which lasted for atleast a good 15 minutes. The last time I saw something this amazing was the fireworks on Harbour Bridge in Sydney on New Years Day. I love fireworks. It never fails to ignite that magical feeling. Too bad Jason could not be here.

Will post pictures later when I’m back in Charlotte.