Our plan was to pick up Michelle on our way and head into the Aquarium and then Legal Sea Foods for lunch. Since I had to go back into town for dinner that night, I needed to make sure we left by 3 so depending on how we were doing for time, we also planned on going over to Faneuil Hall since I needed to get a few gifts for friends back in Barcelona.
Being smarter and wiser this year, at least slightly more so, I booked our tickets for the aquarium on line since last year the lines were over an hour long. And of course, we got there and there was no line. Like I could expect any different. The aquarium had just gone thru a year long renovation and I think I was just as excited to see the new animals and displays as the kids were.
For the most part, the aquarium seemed the same. Yes, there were a few new things here and there and I know they redid the huge center tank. But I can't say that beyond the center tank which actually seemed to have less animals, at least significantly less sharks, there wasn't all that much that was different. Liam, especially was disappointed since he wanted to see the sharks. He had been talking about the sharks the ENTIRE day so disappointed might not even cover it.
Regardless of the lack of sharks, the aquarium was fun and relatively quick to make our way thru. Then it was off to an American timed, 11:45AM lunch... wow, can't remember the last time I did that. And yet, I was totally ready and starving!! Aidan had been dying for some chowda. Seriously, as much as I love chowder, I never liked it as a kid - he is constantly amazing me with his adventurous food choices. Mussels for Liam and we were good to go. A fantastic lunch outside in the city.
Since we ate lunch so early, we had plenty of time for Faneuil Hall. I just love it here. I know it's a mega tourist trap but I love the buildings, I love the setup of the open squares and trees and tons of shops and dining. It's just such a Boston icon that I just feel like I'm really home when I come here. Cheesy I know.
We did some shopping for my friends back in Barcelona, picking up some Boston gear. We are Boston proud and need to pass that along back home :) And of course, we hit Build A Bear. This year Aidan made a smurf and Liam a puppy that he dressed like Darth Vader. He even had the imperial march music inside him - Liam named him Lord Puppy Vader. Ahhhh Liam. I have video of him talking about the puppy but I can't seem to get it from my iphone to my computer as my internet connection isn't all that great here.
Beyond Build A Bear, we saw a street performer and of course, the kids were fascinated. Again, everything is more special when you only get to do it once a year and sometimes, for the first time (in their mind) it's just magical. They loved watching the street performer but then were pretty much done with Faneuil Hall. So while it was still early, we headed back to Easton to relax for a few hours before it was time for me to head back into town for dinner. All in all, a fantastic day!!
Besos,
Julie
Being smarter and wiser this year, at least slightly more so, I booked our tickets for the aquarium on line since last year the lines were over an hour long. And of course, we got there and there was no line. Like I could expect any different. The aquarium had just gone thru a year long renovation and I think I was just as excited to see the new animals and displays as the kids were.
For the most part, the aquarium seemed the same. Yes, there were a few new things here and there and I know they redid the huge center tank. But I can't say that beyond the center tank which actually seemed to have less animals, at least significantly less sharks, there wasn't all that much that was different. Liam, especially was disappointed since he wanted to see the sharks. He had been talking about the sharks the ENTIRE day so disappointed might not even cover it.
Standing outside the Aquarium
Me and my boys!
Touch tank
Touch tank with Auntie Michelle
Jellies
This penguin looks a bit pissed off... just sayin'
Out by the seals and sea lions
Interesting looking jelly fish
Another touch tank
Fascinated by the diver
Regardless of the lack of sharks, the aquarium was fun and relatively quick to make our way thru. Then it was off to an American timed, 11:45AM lunch... wow, can't remember the last time I did that. And yet, I was totally ready and starving!! Aidan had been dying for some chowda. Seriously, as much as I love chowder, I never liked it as a kid - he is constantly amazing me with his adventurous food choices. Mussels for Liam and we were good to go. A fantastic lunch outside in the city.
Since we ate lunch so early, we had plenty of time for Faneuil Hall. I just love it here. I know it's a mega tourist trap but I love the buildings, I love the setup of the open squares and trees and tons of shops and dining. It's just such a Boston icon that I just feel like I'm really home when I come here. Cheesy I know.
We did some shopping for my friends back in Barcelona, picking up some Boston gear. We are Boston proud and need to pass that along back home :) And of course, we hit Build A Bear. This year Aidan made a smurf and Liam a puppy that he dressed like Darth Vader. He even had the imperial march music inside him - Liam named him Lord Puppy Vader. Ahhhh Liam. I have video of him talking about the puppy but I can't seem to get it from my iphone to my computer as my internet connection isn't all that great here.
Boys in Faneuil Hall
Aidan and Auntie Michelle
Liam building a bear
Aidan registering his bear
Introducing Lord Puppy Vader
Love it here :)
Watching the street performer
Heading back home
Beyond Build A Bear, we saw a street performer and of course, the kids were fascinated. Again, everything is more special when you only get to do it once a year and sometimes, for the first time (in their mind) it's just magical. They loved watching the street performer but then were pretty much done with Faneuil Hall. So while it was still early, we headed back to Easton to relax for a few hours before it was time for me to head back into town for dinner. All in all, a fantastic day!!
Besos,
Julie
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