A Wicked Awesome Day!

July 15, 2012

Kevin and I decided to take Emerson and Lisette to Boston today. Auntie Kathleen joined us for the first part of the day. After driving into Quincy and catching a T into the city we took a stroll through Quincy market for some initial sustenance (a bagel for the kids and a child clam chowdah for Kath) and then headed off to the aquarium. Emerson was so excited about what was next and occasionally (or frequently) neglected to enjoy what was right in front of him. But we did get to touch skates, look at African and Rockhopper penguins (my personal favorite), watch jellyfish with bioluminescence, look at baby sea horses, and see a scorpion fish. 

Catching a T to Boston

"Can I Keep Him Guys?"

Quick Call Leslie Knope!

We Called Him Charlie (Kath Said He Was a Tuna)

At the Top of the Tank

After the aquarium we headed back to Quincy market for some lunch where we were besieged by a group of teenage girls headed by our very own Kayla. So the girls (including Kath) headed off to partake in their favorite pastime, shopping, and we decided to throw caution (and naps) to the wind and grab a T to Newbury St and the Public Gardens. Kevin and I were amazed by the beauty of the gardens and embarrassed to admit that this was the first visit for both of us. Emerson loved watching the ducks (especially the babies) and pretending to fish. After a while at the park (and a promise to return to the park to take a ride on one of the swan boats) we took a long stroll down Newbury admiring all the fashion and jewels. After a quick detour into Ben and Jerry’s to grab some ice cream and ride out a brief rain shower we headed back to the park dreaming of our upcoming ride on a swan boat. We arrived at the dock pleased to be the first people in line only to have our hopes dashed with these words: “Sorry folks, the last boat is out and we close at 5pm” (it was 5:02 at the time). We handled the disappointment by vowing to return to Boston and making the swans a priority. We spent some more time at the park, Lisette showing off her new walking skills and Emerson pretending to catch fish. 

Headin to the Mahket

Greetings Mr. Adams

A Favorite Book Come to Life

A Mama and her Babies

Another Mama and her Babies

"Get me away from these kids"

Started Walking but also Still Scooting

A natural beauty

Finally, we headed back to Quincy market for dinner. After dinner Emerson received his inaugural “silly balloon animal hat” and we were officially branded “tourists.” Sadly, Emerson’s blue sword did not survive the initial decent down to the T station. Emerson was heartbroken, which obviously left both Kevin and I feeling heartbroken as well. No worries, though. Both the hat and the orange sword persevered and are still with us today as I write this post. 

Hello Again Quincy

Such a Little Lady

Waiting Patiently 

He Was Much Happier To Receive the Hat
Then He Appears in this Picture

Don't Mess with Emerson

Mere Minutes Before the Demise

Boston at Sunset

Goodnight Boston!

All in all it was a wonderful day and had the effect of reminding us how lucky we are to have such fantastic kids. 

~klv