I went to high school just outside of Manassas, so when I recently attended my twenty year high school reunion I was eager to visit some of my old stomping grounds. The first morning there, we headed to the battlefield, where the Battle of Bull Run took place during the Civil War.
The boys had fun playing on cannons while I went for a run on the trails with my friend Ginger. The boys did a little running too. Running around Stonewall Jackson....
The red brick house in the background was a hospital during the Civil War. When I think of Manassas, I can't help but think of this house.
We didn't have time to go through the museum, but the boys didn't mind. They had plenty of fun in the fields.
But for once...I don't think the boys could have possibly had as much fun as I did.
Most enjoyable run I've had in a long while!
What a really cool place to have your run... and the boys were occupied with the cannons. Perfect!
ReplyDeleteWhat a nice outing, nothing like playing with cannons, maybe you could get one for your yard!
ReplyDeletethese historical spots are great and a fun way for the boys to play and learn a little history-lovely no beautiful photos
ReplyDeleteLooks like a good time!
ReplyDeleteHow amazing it is to visit these spots! Have been to pea ridge several times. Gives you such a sense of history
ReplyDeleteThis looks like a wonderful place to explore!
ReplyDeleteeveryone had a nice day out there!
ReplyDeletesounds like a perfect day for everyone!
ReplyDeleteWhat great pictures and I know you had a good time at the reunion. I love seeing children run and play.
ReplyDeleteGlad you were able to play as well. :) Looks like a fun for everyone!
ReplyDeleteLooks like a fun day! That grassy path looks like a great place to run, and to run with a friend made it even more special, I'm sure.
ReplyDeleteI've never been to that battlefield--looks like I need to add it to my list.
When Gene went to Culpepper one of the side trips was to Pennsylvania. He came back with tons of pics including one of a house that still had a cannon in it from the war. They just left the hole and framed around it.
ReplyDeleteYou can feel how much fun everyone had! Glad you got your own fun in there!
ReplyDeleteI just watched a show on Netflix last night and it discussed how so many died there and how there was no infrastructure at that time to identify and return bodies to families. A very sad time in our history. I have never visited there but hope to.. such sacred ground. So glad you and the boys were able to experience it in a joyful way. xox History is good so we don't repeat our mistakes.
ReplyDeleteSounds like it was fun for everyone. :)
ReplyDeleteYay for a great run! And the boys are having fun indeed. Love their smiles.
ReplyDeleteIncredible to think of what has happened--and to live right on top of history like you do.
ReplyDeleteThat looks like a nice place to take my grandsons. Boys like things like that.
ReplyDeleteGlad you could get a good run in, Lisa. I'm sure it's hard to find time during the summer when the kids are home all of the time...
ReplyDeleteBeautiful place and so educational... I'm sure the boys enjoyed it--along with their Mama.
Hugs,
Betsy
That does look like a blast! You all look like you are having fun.
ReplyDeleteSuch beautiful photos. Thanks for sharing them.
ReplyDeleteI love to visit battlefields. We usually a lot of time trying to picture the troop movements!
ReplyDeleteAs a child we lived in Fairfax and were regulars at the Manassas park. I still smile looking at my brother and I climbing on those cannons as munchkins. Great memories for us as I am sure they will be for your sons.
ReplyDeleteI think everyone had a fun day! Its important for all!
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tweedles
Sounds like a nice visit. I like the picture with hospital in the background. Gives me chills because of the history behind it.
ReplyDeleteNeat! The picture of the boys on the cannon is precious! I've been to that battlefield many times.
ReplyDeleteWe have an old home movie from when I was about 12. My brother pretends to shoot the cannon at me and I fall down!
Special memories...
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