Grayden and I enjoy getting away to celebrate the love we share. Valentine's day and our anniversary will find us most years going to one of our favorite places. One place we have enjoyed our whole marriage is a trip to Colonial Willamsburg.
It can be a fun place to go for the day or for the week. This year we enjoyed a week in Williamsburg. The weather was quite rainy and cloudy, but we still enjoyed ourselves. Walking down the Duke of Gloucester Street is always enjoyable no matter the season.
I'm so thankful my knee managed to cooperate as we made our way down the street.
Tidewater Virginia is a little further along in the gardening season than we are and is so thrilling to see. Spring is definitely on its way!
The Governor's Palace Green is certainly looking promising as the "green" is living up to its name.
The sun is beginning to peek out so we may need to stop in Mary Dickinson's shop and buy a hat.
I'm thankful we have no business to attend at the courthouse.
We never tire seeing the homes in Colonial Williamsburg. They all are so charming. If you've read this blog for very long you know we love it here. I can't help but photograph everything we see.
If you have a Valentine to post we can go inside and send it on its way.
At the end of the street is the Capitol building. The colonist moved their capitol from Jamestown to Williamburg - originally named Middle Plantation.
Can you spot the daffodils blooming on the south bank?
The tiny yellow blossoms of hope are coming, my friends! Our's are peeking up through the earth, but have a ways to bloom.
Let's head back up the street and get a little lunch.
During this winter season the only tavern open was Josiah Chowning's.
Inside we found a nice table and a funny tavern wench--sorry that's what they were called! We enjoyed a soup trio of corn chowder, Brunswick stew and peanut soup. Peanut soup is a wonderfully rich, delicious soup that is a favorite of my family's. Our daughter makes it on occasion.
After lunch we continued our walk.
Coming to Colonial Williamsburg is always a step back in time for us. It doesn't matter how many visits we make here we always enjoy ourselves. I'll share another post about another favorite place we like to visit when we come here. Well, I do and Grayden always indulges me. ♥
Let's head back up the street and get a little lunch.
During this winter season the only tavern open was Josiah Chowning's.
Inside we found a nice table and a funny tavern wench--sorry that's what they were called! We enjoyed a soup trio of corn chowder, Brunswick stew and peanut soup. Peanut soup is a wonderfully rich, delicious soup that is a favorite of my family's. Our daughter makes it on occasion.
After lunch we continued our walk.
Coming to Colonial Williamsburg is always a step back in time for us. It doesn't matter how many visits we make here we always enjoy ourselves. I'll share another post about another favorite place we like to visit when we come here. Well, I do and Grayden always indulges me. ♥
I am oohing and aahing at all the lovely colonial buildings as I read through your post! I never tire of seeing them. They are all swoon-worthy!
ReplyDeleteI am sure that you and Grayden had a wonderful Valentine getaway. You certainly look beautiful and happy in your photo!
Thank you, Cheryl. Colonial Williamsburg never disappoints our hearts. We are quite lucky to have so many lovely places to visit here in our home state. ♥
DeleteWhat a lovely way to celebrate Valentine's Day and your anniversary. I have never been to Colonial Williamsburg, so have so enjoyed all of your wonderful photos.
ReplyDeleteOur anniversary is in October, but we do enjoy coming here whenever we want a special time. I hope you visit Colonial Williamsburg sometime. You would really enjoy yourself stepping back in time. ♥
DeleteWhat a lovely place to spend your special time together. You look so happy!
ReplyDeleteAmalia
xo
Thank you, Amalia for your sweet comment. Have a nice week, my friend. xo ♥
DeleteBeautiful - so pretty! I'd love it there - it's like places in south-east England, but much neater and probably better maintained!
ReplyDeleteMike, Colonial Williamburg reminds me of your lovely England. Of course, it's one of the first places the colonists put down roots. Do plan a visit when you can! ♥
DeleteWhat a wonderful place I can see why you love it so. The buildings are a real delight to see so a big thank you for your tour. I have never come across peanut soup before as I am a great fan of nuts I am sure I would enjoy it. A really lovely post.
ReplyDeletePeanut soup is quite rich and enjoyable. Here is the recipe if you would like to give it a try. http://www.history.org/Almanack/life/food/fdpnutsp.cfm Enjoy! ♥
DeleteHi there, Pretty Lady. What fun to get away for an entire week to a favorite place. Colonial Williamsburg would be just my cup of tea. I know it!
ReplyDeleteI know you would love it, Vee. It has all the elements that make my heart happy. Do plan a visit! ♥
DeleteIt's been years since I've been. My Take Joy Society hopes to go in Autumn this year. I discovered some of my daffodils have poked through the soil already up this way!
ReplyDeleteThat will be a great trip for your group, Cathy.
DeleteIt's so wonderful to see the daffodils coming up. Spring will be here before long and I for one can't wait! ♥
What a great way to spend the week. I enjoyed seeing each and every picture. We keep having warmups up here but it’s way too early so I know we have a ways to go before we see the daffodils coming out of the ground. It’s always such a joy to see and I can hardly wait! I need to get back to Williamsburg again. We went there many years back with our kids, my mother and one sister. We loved it all (even though it was raining most of the time and we had plastic ponchos on to stay dry). I have a large bowl I bought at one of the shops that is brown and gold. I believe it was based on designs found from the past.
ReplyDeleteLiz, I'm sorry it rained when you were in Williamburg. I'd love to see the bowl you bought there. There are so many tempting items to purchase there. We are going to have 70 degree temps today, so our daffodils will probably grow by a few more inches out of the ground. It's exciting when Spring finally begins to make her entrance! ♥
DeleteColonial Williamsburg sounds like the perfect Valentine getaway, Martha Ellen. I like that 'LOVE' sign in front. The homes are so quaint with their white picket fences. Corn Chowder sounds so good on a cold dreary day. I've never heard of peanut soup before, interesting. And you look so pretty in this picture, Martha Ellen. It's nice to see our blog friend's faces once in awhile. I can see why Colonial Williamsburg is one of your favorite places to visit. I'm glad you had such a wonderful time.
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Thank you, Sheri. I don't like getting my picture taken, but Grayden insisted. We had the best time on our getaway. Peanut soup is really rich and quite fattening, but really tasty if you like peanuts! A small cup is all you need. I hope you are doing well, my friend. ♥
DeleteWhat a perfect Valentine tradition, Martha Ellen! Colonial Williamsburg looks lovely in February. I'm looking forward to visiting there again one day soon. I was ten years old when we visited Colonial Williamsburg and it made such a lasting impression on my heart. Heartfelt thanks to Grayden for taking the sweetest photo of his lovely Valentine! Warm hugs, my friend! ��
ReplyDeleteDawn, Colonial Williamsburg will delight you when you return. I've been going my whole life and never tire of seeing the charming homes. I understand that impression it made on your young heart. Thank you for visiting, my friend. Have a lovely week. ♥
DeleteSuch history and architecture - thanks for the tour!
ReplyDeleteYou are welcome, Carrie. Thanks for visiting! ♥
DeleteOh how much fun. I love those houses, and the buildings. That would be a place I would love to visit. Thanks for sharing
ReplyDeletePam, I think you would really like Colonial Williamsburg. It's a very special place. Have a wonderful week. ♥
DeleteAmazing Martha Ellen, as if you travelled back in time. I think it's a real beautiful and interesting place of history. All the different types of houses are a joy to see on the pictures, I especially love the wooden buildings.
ReplyDeleteThank you for visiting, Janneke. Colonial Williamsburg is a living history museum that has many homes along with trade sites and art museums that feature eighteenth century life in colonial times. It's a wonderful place to visit and learn more about the beginning of America and her fight for independence. ♥
DeleteYou know how much this has made my heart sing, don't you? I love few blogs better than the visits we make with you to Colonial Williamsburg, so near and dear to my own heart. Oh! ~ to visit again!
ReplyDeleteSuch a beautiful Valentine photo of a beautiful Valentine lady that Grayden took too.
~~~Waving~~~From Across the Pond~~~Deb in Wales xoxo
Deb, that is such a sweet comment, my friend! I would love to have you visit with us and go back to Colonial Williamsburg together. Wouldn't that be fun? I'm holding you in my thoughts, dear friend. xoxo ♥
DeleteYour photos brought back wonderful memories to me, Martha Ellen! Colonial Williamsburg was always one of the favorite destinations in summer for my family when my children were young! We always enjoyed out time there and I still bake pumpkin muffins from a recipe I got at one of the inns many years ago. You look very pretty in your photo!
ReplyDeleteI'm so glad you enjoy Colonial Williamsburg, Pat! It's a great spot to take the children. We sometimes visit for just the day and always find it renews our spirits. Thank you for visiting! ♥
DeleteI just love visiting Williamsburg!! So rich in history and beauty! Love your photos :-) Have a wonderful evening!
ReplyDeleteBlessings,
Jill
It is quite wonderful, isn't it? Thank you for stopping by. ♥
DeleteThis looks lovely. I could smell the delicious spring garden smoke in photo three!! I've never been to Colonial Williamsburg, but it's been a while since we've traveled that direction at all. I think we need to make that trip! I so enjoyed this post and your photos.
ReplyDeleteJudy, a friend of mine pointed out that the smoke pattern looks like an angel. The funny thing is, I hadn't noticed it until I was reviewing the photos. I hope you have a great day! ♥
DeleteColonial Williamsburg is an American Treasure; such beautiful streets, houses and gardens. I am taking a cue from the gardens this year and building a cold-hot frame, very much like theirs. I've also purchased seeds for many of the plants/ herbs that they are growing in the main garden.
ReplyDeleteI do hope you will share your cold-hot frame project, Jeri. Colonial Williamsburg has so much inspiration for the gardener! The garden to which you are referring is so lovely, even in the bleakest days of winter. ♥
DeleteI haven't been to Colonial Williamsburg for two years. Now after reading your post, I must take a drive there. Thanks for the information on the restaurant as I've not eaten there but now will try it out. I love corn chowder and brunswick stew but I haven't tried peanut soup. You say it's rich, I guess that means thick? Oh heavens I will try. You have some very fine pictures posted along with the fine picture of yourself. I know exactly how you feel about your knee.
ReplyDeleteWe are going to Bath County, warm springs next week and I hope my knee will work better than it has this past week. Will wear a brace of sorts I guess.
Betsy, this weather is really doing a number on my knee. I'm sorry about your's, my friend. Hopefully when the dampness leaves, both of our knees will be better.
DeletePeanut soup is rich in the ingredients and the thickness-cream and peanut butter and all the deliciousness one could want! It is normally served at the King's Arm Tavern that we love, but was closed. I think they said it would reopen in March. Enjoy your trip! ♥
We love to visit this part of the country too and soak up the history! I love your pretty heart necklace...I have one on today too! Hugs!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Diane. My sweetie gave that heart necklace to me many years ago. Have a wonderful weekend. ♥
DeleteHi Martha Ellen, Debs was right, this is a super blog! What fun to see so much of a place I've heard about all my life but have never been able to visit. All things historical are fascinating, and I think it is wonderful that a whole town is being beautifully and lovingly preserved as it existed during such an important era of our national history. Thank you!!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Christie for stopping by and leaving such a lovely comment. I do hope you are able to visit Colonial Williamsburg sometime. You would certainly love it there. We love history as well and always learn something new there even though I've been coming here all my life. Enjoy the visit with Susan Branch! ♥
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