Halloween Sneak Peek

Despite the crazy October snow that we're having today, Mike and I managed to get the kids dressed in their Halloween costumes to take their pictures.  I hate relying on the busy day before trick-or-treating to get  a decent photo, so this takes the pressure off!  This year all the grandkids are all dressing up as detectives.  Lauren's girls went with a Sherlock Holmes look, and kids with lazy parents (who weren't up to sewing fabulous capes like Lauren) got costumes with a film noir feel.  So, introducing the Chin Detective Agency!

Dad's Visit in August

I really wish I'd posted about this sooner, since it's becoming difficult to remember all of the zillions of things we did while he was here!  It was truly an epic, whirlwind visit!  A brief list of activities: Valley Forge, a whole day of antique shopping downtown with a lovely french lunch, day trip to Baltimore including: Fell's Point, Fort McHenry, and historic ship tours, a day trip to Anapolis including a bay cruise, downtown Phily sights including the aquarium in Camden, Reading Terminal, Love Park, Elfreth's Alley, the Masonic Temple, and seeing the view from the top of the tower in City Hall.  Phew!  It was SO much fun!  We miss you already Dad!

Fell's Point

 Dad gave Colin this hat, which is now a treasure!

 Anapolis harbor cruise 

 Elfreth's Alley

 View from the tower in city hall.  One of my favorite memories!  The views were incredible, and it took a LONG elevator ride for only 4 people to get up there.  This photo is of the cool street from city hall to the art museum.

 Oh, hello William.