Claudia and I are learning how much less we know about American history than we thought we did.  Each stop we make is amazing.  We usually stop at each visitor center before visiting the area and watch a film that explains what went on and how the area fits in to our history.  Jamestown was split into two parts with the first being a reenactment of the settlement and the story of the Indians who lived around them.  After that we visited the archeological dig going on at the location of the actual settlement and were treated to a great tour by one of the archeologists.  Walking around Williamsburg, we felt like we were back in 1776 and were treated to the announcement that independence had been declared.  Yorktown was the biggest surprise to me.  I realized how little I knew about it.  I never understood how significant the Yorktown battle was to eventually winning the American Revolution.  All in all, more great history.  Claudia and I have really enjoyed it all but we're now ready for some relaxation on the outer banks of North Carolina.  The weather is looking great.  Ed

We arrived at the Prince William Forest RV Campground in Dumfries, VA on Monday and started our stay by visiting with my cousin and his family in Fairfax.  It was great seeing them, spending time revisiting memories and we were treated to a wonderful home cooked meal as well.  Yesterday we spent the day touring the battlefields of Fredericksburg and Chancellorsville, VA.  Both nice parks but not as well preserved as Gettysburg.  We decided to take today off and do some hiking in this beautiful forest where we're camping rather than heading into DC as we originally planned.  We took one long hike and a couple of smaller ones where we saw some great scenery and Stella got plenty of exercise as well.  We decided we'll visit DC another time.  The weather forecast is for gorgeous weather in the 80's over the next several days so tomorrow we're off to Ivor, VA where we'll spend a few days of R&R by a beautiful pool at White Tail Resort.  Can't wait!!  Ed

Finally underway on Wednesday, after a bubble in the front tire, and a side trip to NH to get the Add-A-Brake re-adjusted.  We only got to Sturbridge, MA that  first night.  Next morning, we headed to Gettysburg, PA.  We drove over some of the worst roads I’ve ever seen – like washboards – and through one of the most severe thunder storms I’ve ever seen.  I really expected to see hail and funnel clouds.  Lucky for us it didn’t happen.  Gettysburg is a neat little walkable town in beautiful farm country.  I don’t have to tell you how much history is here.  We took a private guided tour of the battlefield.  I never thought a battle could be so interesting, but our guide, Howie, really made it come to life.  We loved it.  Next day we revisited the battlefields with Stella and did lots of walking.  She thought it was really cool too.  We did a brief “ghost tour” on Saturday night.  We got more history than ghosts from that.  No surprise.  We’re just chillin’ on Sunday to prepare for the road again tomorrow.  Claudia