PHILADELPHIA

What a great day and it's not even over yet!

This was our view this morning when we woke up. And when I say our view when we woke up I mean it. There is a huge window at the foot of our bed. I took this pic seconds after I woke up while still lying in bed.

We left around 9am and headed over to see the Liberty Bell and begin our day of touring Historic Philadelphia.

The crack. It was actually formed when they were attempting to repair a hairline fracture. So much for that, they actually ruined the bell. Oh well.

This is Benjamin Franklin's old printing shed and home. They are no longer there but are represented by these awesome steel structures. The walkways are carved with quotes from Ben and his wife. This was way cool. We are huge fans of Ben Franklin.

Of course we went on a tour of Independence Hall. Truly a magical building. So many great and important parts of history happened right here.

"Somebody open up a window!!"

This is the famous room where the Declaration of Independence was signed. So many amazing people stood in this very room.

Our buddy. He was awesome. Actors were all over and were great tour guides.

We took the Phlash Trolly around

We got hungry so Melba took us to the famous Reading Terminal for lunch

That's right! When in Philly you have to get a Philly Cheese Steak

It was soooo good.

We finished our morning at the Philadelphia art museum and ran up the "Rocky" steps. We also snapped a shot by the recently added Rocky statue.

Tonight we are going to City Tavern for dinner. We are so excited. It is a completely authentic restaurant. Everyone is dressed in period clothes, the food is cooked and served just as it was back when Ben Franklin and John Adams dined there. We are so excited!! This trip is amazing! So many great things to do in our wonderful country.