My new assignment is beyond words. I will be in Philadelphia for our 250th birthday celebration. I couldn’t find a more historic site to be on this fabulous birthday.
I, along with my daughter Melissa, arrived here on Tuesday, May 26, to settle in. She came along to make certain all was well for me. I do have two of the best daughters. They do everything to allow me to have these experiences and share in them with me. It is an incredible blessing.
We have walked the city, visited the park, eaten some of the best food ever, and settled in well. Our first full day here we ended with a ‘dinner with a ranger’ as we met up with my friend Maggie previously from the San Antonio Missions. What a delight it was to be together again and learn more about Independence National Park.
The rest of this week has been walking, walking and walking. Getting the lay of the land for sure. And settling in to the apartment. Melissa and I learned that we really do not need much space. Our stay in the Penthouse apartment is triple the space we need for sure.
Another surprise occurred after a couple days when Melissa decided that while she could return to San Antonio and work from home, she wanted to find office space here and share the experience with me. I couldn’t be more pleased. The office space she found is half way to the park so we can either walk together in the morning part way or I can stop and get her on my way home and we can have dinner out. Or, we might just do both. What a blessing to have someone to share the experience with me.
This week has been full of walking and exploring. I’ve walked several miles daily, and all in new directions. Tomorrow starts the month of June and will be my first day at work. I’m off and running on what is to be a tremendous adventure.
sounds great blessings Joan
So excited to share this adventure through your wonderful writings!!
Mara, that is all so exciting! And so great that Melissa can be there too! I suspect you are both enjoying the historic city and some wonderful weather:)
Oh Mara
I’m so excited for you and your daughter. God gave us our fabulous daughters and I feel strongly that was a true God shot. I am looking forward to reading thru your eyes this great July 4th trip. I have missed your tours so much.
Mara,
Kelly and I are so happy for you! And the bonus is that Melissa wants to experience it with you as well. Just wanted to say hey, and for you to know Kelly and I will be looking forward to your pictures and stories. What an amazing opportunity. Be safe, may God bless you and America! love you – Joe and Kelly
Philly is so lucky to have you! Eat a soft pretzel for me✌️❤️
It was wonderful to hear from you, and learn about your experience so far. Thanks for writing! And what a great opportunity for you and Melissa to spend this time together. I love living vicariously through you, and am looking forward to your future posts. Love, S
so happy for you to have this opportunity!
So excited for these adventures! And so glad Melissa is able to be there with you to enjoy them. Love you bunches and can’t wait to hear all about it and see you in July.
Hi Mara, Wow! Truly you are blesded to have Melissa share this great adventure with you. Snd no need to adk about hoe your foot is since you’ve been walking miles already.
So happy for you & Melisda. And zi lopk forward to enjoying Smerica’s 25th Birthday ss you share your time working at Independence zHall & surroundings.
I’m so excited for you and Melissa and look forward to all your posts. Hugs, Carol Ann
Looks like a great time, Mara! I will miss our Wednesday coffee klatches, but I’m happy to see the city vicariously through your eyes.
Much love, A’Lann