Wellesley and Beantown

Since T was fast approaching 2 years of age (and full fare on airlines), we decided to extend our New England trip to include stops in Wellesley (EZ's alma mater) and Boston (her favorite city). Great weather greeted us in Massachusetts, and we made the most of our last vacation with pre-2 Tommy.

As soon as we got out of the car at Wellesley, the boy was off and running across Severance Green.


When you ask Tommy what any sign says, he always remembers the one on a window sill at BWI which read, "Please keep feet and luggage off window sill." And then he replies with his interpretation, "No feet in dere."

Practicing his valedictorian speech for the class of 2030, assuming men are permitted to attend Wellesley by then...

After a great Thai dinner at Amarin (and more sorbet from next door), we headed to Boston for 3 days. Tommy really enjoyed the Frog Pond and playground and carousel at Boston Common. We stopped there everyday for him to wade in the water and frolick on the playground. And the carousel was so fun, he rode it twice.

After walking the Freedom Trail for a couple of hours, Tommy was mellow enough for us to enjoy a nice Italian meal in the North End. Then we hit Mike's Pastry for cannoli and tiramisu for dessert. Good stuff!

Back to the Frog Pond on day 2.

He's a born gymnast. Here, he's practicing his high bar routine. Gotta stick the landing!

Of course, we had to ride the swan boats. It's just a short ride, but hey, it's tradition.

And back at the hotel for some hijinks.

One more time around the carousel before we head home. Does he look happy? You be the judge...