On Saturday The Colonel, his brother and wife and our son Michael
all got in the car and made the over 2 hour drive to
Gettysburg, PA.
I was doing what every other Italian mom was doing the
DAY BEFORE EASTER...
I was staying home to COOK!
So the best I can do is share pictures from the
camera the Colonel took with him on the trip.
The Colonel said Gettysburg was WONDERFUL.
However, you need more than one day to explore the
many exhibits, museums and sites of the battlefield.
The battle of Gettysburg was fought on July 1-3, 1863.
The battle resulted in the largest number of casualties in the
American Civil War and is often described as the war's turning point.
Here are just a few of the pictures...
Helen in front of a monument...
Pretty scenery...
A canon...
A display of weapons...
A display of musical instruments...
A statue dedicated to the New York soldiers
who fought that day.
We are originally from New York...
who fought that day.
We are originally from New York...
Such typical tourists...
Meanwhile, back at home, I was happily setting the table.
Draining the ricotta for cannoli cream...
Putting together the Lasagna for Easter Dinner...
Preparing French Toast Casserole for Easter Morning breakfast...
(Recipe coming)
Not to forget the Pasta Fagioli soup for dinner for the weary HUNGRY history fans...
All in all a GREAT DAY!
Sue says
Thanks for sharing their trip to Gettysburg, Dh has always wanted to visit there, he enjoys anything concerning the Civil War. The table and food looks so pretty. I must check the lasagna recipe out. I just can't get over how Michael is growing up! Enjoy your week.
Hugs,
Sue
Jane@Cottage at the Crossroads says
Hi Lois,
I'm looking forward to your recipe for French toast casserole. It sounds delicious! My husband and I went to Gettysburg a few years ago. I just had to see the place that I had read about so much.
Blondee says
You made cannolis?!?! Impressed!!!
Counsellor Hornchurch says
That lasagne looks amazing, i'm like garfield the cat,,, i just cant eat enough of the stuff.
momto8 says
my son goes to Gettysburg college and my 2 sons wrestled all weekend long at Gettysburg high school for a tournament...a small blogging world!
The Wine Wanderer says
Hi there! You warmed my heart: finally an american who cook real italian recipes who looks ITALIAN! Thank you.
Where are your italian ancestors from?
ruthie says
Looks like you had a yummy Easter dinner! Wish I was there. and what an amazing trip you enjoyed to Gettysburg!
Thistle Cove Farm says
Gettysburg is an incredible place; I've been there once so would choose, this time, to stay home with you and eat that delicious soup!
Chatty Crone says
I think I would have been happier being with you! sandie
Debbie says
I would just love to visit Gettysburg some day, the pictures the Colonel got look great. What wonderful treats you made. My hubby LOVES LOVES that soup. I guess I should probably learn to make it huh? Have a wonderful week-end!