Valley Forge, Pennsylvania
From December 19, 1777 – June 18, 1778, General George Washington and his troops stayed at Valley Forge, which today, is a large national park preserved for our enjoyment. Reconstructed structures such as theses cabins and other buildings as well as statues remind us of that devastation winter that created the soldiers General George Washington needed to defeat the British.
Valley Forge, Pennsylvania
Valley Forge National Historical Park encompasses 3,500 acres and is beautifully preserved with restored historic structures, reconstructed log cabins, farm homes, and monuments erected by the states from which the Continental Soldiers came. There is a great driving tour thru this nationally protected area!
Valley Forge, Pennsylvania
At Valley Forge from December 19, 1777 – June 18, 1778, General George Washington spent the winter with his troops, the Continental Army, until roads were passable and they were ready for the fight against the British. Out of this terrible winter emerged a new Army, confident and ready to do battle. On June 19, 1778 the British abandoned Philadelphia. Though the Revolutionary War lasted another five years, a major victory of the spirit had been won during the winter at Valley Forge.
Valley Forge, Pennsylvania
We did a driving tour thru Valley Forge National Historical Park. Valley Forge was a turning point in the Revolutionary War. General George Washington decided to have his troops spend the winter at Valley Forge, a day’s march from Philadelphia, which had been taken by the British. That winter the troops were trained and prepared for the fight ahead, though it was a very difficult winter and supplies were low, as Private Joseph Plumb Martin wrote, “We were determined to persevere.” How grateful I am that they did persevere!!
I love going to California Pizza Kitchen, so when our son suggested it, I was all in! There was one in Philadelphia, (they are all over the country) not far from our hotel and we were actually able to walk to it. Being a vegetarian, I am limited with what I can eat, but there are a few dishes there that I really, really like!
One of my all time favorites is their Quinoa & Arugula Salad. It contains asparagus, sun-dried tomatoes, red onions, toasted pine nuts, feta and of course, quinoa & arugula tossed in their house dressing at Champagne Vinaigrette.
I really like their Roasted Veggie Salad with warm artichoke hearts, asparagus, eggplant, red and yellow peppers, corn and sun-dried tomatoes served over some cool Romaine Lettuce, with avocado and a house-made Dijon Balsamic Vinaigrette. Yummy!
They have some very good pizzas, one of my favorites is their Wild Mushroom Pizza with shaved Cremini, Shiitake, Portobello and white mushrooms with slivered scallions, cracked black pepper, Romano & Mozzarella Cheese and topped with Parmesan. We got the extra White Truffle Oil. This one is to die for!!
Next time you are looking for a healthy, yummy dinner or lunch try California Pizza Kitchen!
