A Lovely Day In Boston

My parent’s 50th wedding anniversary was early in 2025. For a family trip we decided to visit New Hampshire, the place my parents had called home the first few years of their marriage. We flew into Boston and spent our first day exploring the city.

Sunrise somewhere over the east coast. 

Dad walking towards the Old North Church. Built in 1723, it is the oldest church in Boston and is associated with Paul Revere and his midnight ride.

Myself, mom, and Jenny.

The corner of Prince Street and Salem Street.

Dad, mom, Liz, and Jenny.

Liz recommended Neptune Oyster for a delicious seafood lunch.

Mom got the clam chowder and Liz and Jenny got lobster rolls.

I got the lobster spaghettini.

Admiring the architecture.

Everyone enjoying some Boston cream pie at North End Park.

Me and Jenny on one of the swings.

The Bell in Hand Tavern, America’s oldest continuously run tavern. It was established in 1795 and was only closed from 1920 - 1933 during the Prohibition.

We stopped in for a drink and I got the Lady Liberty cocktail, just as the founding fathers envisioned I’m sure. In reality, woman were only allowed to entry in the late 1960’s.

Dad walking down Union Street. I was struck by the combination of historic brick, modern steel, and the towering trees.

Everyone in front of Faneuil Hall.

The Samuel Adam’s statue.

Myself and mom.

Everyone at the Friends of Christopher Columbus Park. 

Commercial Street with a glimpse of the Old North Church in the distance.

Uncle Ray

My uncle Ray passed away in August of 2024. After his service my mother brought out some old family photographs. These are some of my favorites from his life. 

My uncle Ray as a baby in 1945.

Ray with my grandmother.

My grandfather and Ray.

My grandparents with Ray at Letchworth State Park in New York.

Ray with my mother. She would become his primary caregiver towards the end of his life.

A photo of Ray from his high school year book. He would be an avid golfer for the rest of his life. He drew the hat and beard on himself.

Mom (in a dress she made), grandma, and Ray.

Ray with my grandparents.

Kayaking in Weeki Wachee Springs

Mother’s Day weekend ended with a lovely afternoon kayaking in Weeki Wachee Springs. 

Liz, Jon, and Jenny.

Mom.

Myself with mom and Liz.

Myself with Jon and Jenny.

 Myself with Jenny and mom.

Liz (with an egret).

A manatee coming up for air. 

Afternoon Tea 2024

For Mother’s Day weekend my sister Liz kept with tradition and booked another afternoon tea experience. This year we went to William Dean Chocolates.

Jenny and Liz.

Mom and myself. Photo by Liz Kasper.

Mom and Liz.

Jenny and myself. Photo by Liz Kasper.

The sweet and savory scones.

Sandwiches and savory snacks.

The assorted sweets.

Mom and Jenny.

Mom.

Liz, mom, and Jenny.

Myself, Liz, mom, and Jenny.

Mom and Liz.

Mom and Jenny.

Mom and myself. Photo by Jenny Kasper.