We told the kids about this mid week. Ellie and max were mildly entertained by the idea. Clair was ecstatic at the idea that we would be going on vacation in winter and this early in the year. She just couldn’t wait. Her enthusiasm was admirable! She counted down the days. Not only was the adventure exciting, but the promise that she could share a bed with me and it wouldn’t count against her 1 year of sleeping in her bed to go on a special vacation with mommy was just the cherry on top for her.
Easton has an exhibit I have always wanted to visit, The Crayola Experience. It’s full of fun with regards to art. There was drip art making with all things melted crayons, there’s coloring, painting and learning about how crayons are made. It’s also in a cute town that borders New Jersey.
The kids were most excited about the hotel I booked because it had a heated indoor salt water pool.
Sunday after Sunday school and softball practice, we headed north. We arrived in Easton for dinner time. We had an okay dinner and topped it off with ice cream at a local spot. On the walk from dinner to the ice cream shop at 8 pm when the temperature outside is in the low 20s, Ellie cheers “this is one of the things I like about our family. We aren’t afraid to get ice cream in winter.” This made me smile.
David had fun messing with Max and Clair in the restaurant. I love the smile on his face as he plays with them. This is a sign of a good life in your 40s.
After ice cream we spent an hour is so in the pool. We nearly had it to ourselves the whole time. The kids had a blast and we all played together. It was a relaxing Sunday night and the highlight for Ellie I think.
After showers I let the kids lie in bed and watch Harry Potter until almost 11pm. This was another activity that made them feel like big stuff and make this short trip special. They would’ve watched all night I think.
A night of cuddles, a morning breakfast in the hotel, pack the car and a walk to New Jersey later, we found ourselves passing time until the Crayola experience opened in a very cute little coffee shop where all of us indulged in a delicious warm beverage. It was 10 degrees outside and even Ellie was cold!
Vegan hot chocolate for Max was a success!
The Crayola exhibit was mad crazy busy, and we still had fun. Lots of great artwork, some climbing, some playing, some crayon making, and more.
Even David and I participated in most of the activities. It was fun. I love art!
We visited a local bookshop before leaving town that afternoon and heading towards home.
The timing was perfect to stop for dinner with my dad. We enjoyed seeing him. I enjoyed watching Max tell him jokes and Dad really laugh at them. Max is like my dad in many ways, looking for a laugh.
The kids all said they had fun and really enjoyed our adventure. David and I enjoyed it too. Here’s hoping for more adventures this year, not just to ball fields.
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