...Jersey. Well, I can if I go to historic Washington's Crossing. You know, where good ol' future founding father General George Washington crossed the Delaware River? On Christmas Eve 1776? There's a famous painting of the endeavor, so it's got to be true.
"General George"
Washington Crossing Historic Park
Washington Crossing, Pennsylvania
Then, I have to drive 380 feet above sea level, and climb 125 feet to the top of Bowman's Hill Tower . Finished in 1931, the tower was built of native stone gathered from the hill and nearby stone fences and is a part of Washington Crossing historic park.
"Bowman's Hill Tower"
Washington Crossing, Pennsylvania
But once you make the trek and the climb...you can see for miles, and miles (the park guide said at least a 14 mile radius...but LOOKS like miles and miles)
"Autumn in Bucks County"
And you realize, GOSH DARN George really didn't have all that far to paddle to cross the Delaware and surprise those dang Hessians in Trenton!
If George had just planned to be there in October, instead of December...he sure would have viewed his surroundings in briliant technicolor rather than wintry white. And wouldn't have needed an ice pick.
(disclaimer: I did not take this photo)
Yep, on a clear day I can see to Jersey, and I can ALMOST see history...if I climb high enough.
Here's where I'm linking up today ..."The Party's On"
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This week's song title is Kelly Clarkson's "My Life Would Suck Without You".
These a are great! Love the comp on the first one. Ol George really struggled across that expanse of water, huh? Thanks for joining in today! Always love to see what you are up to!
ReplyDeleteSO gorgeous!! Wow!! Love the view looking up the tower!
ReplyDeleteOh, I'm so coming in the fall if I ever make it over there....too beautiful for words!! Love all these....
ReplyDeleteKim, you have an open-ended invite :)
DeleteThose photos from 'on high' were beautiful! Such magnificent fall scenery. I think the crossing was all about the weather, not the distance. :-D But that's the stuff legends are made of, isn't it?
ReplyDeleteNice job. It was so cloudy when the photo meetup went I didn't see for miles and miles.
ReplyDeleteThese are all gorgeous...I'm particularly enchanted by the b/w tower. Love the seasons, love the history. I'm just a Northeast gal.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous photos!!!! That tower looks so majestic, and the landscapes are breathtaking!
ReplyDeleteAmazing shots, as always!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous shots Kathy! and the color in the countryside is just stunning!
ReplyDeleteWonderful photos! I love the perspective in the one of the tower, and those rocks are amazing. That's a great view, too, and you caught great shots of the river and the autumn trees.
ReplyDeleteOh Kathy, that 3rd from the bottom photo is BREATHTAKING! I love all of those lavender and red trees in and among the other more common tones and the lime green grass. Sheer BEAUTY!
ReplyDeleteNow thats what I call a view..
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What a glorious view! What a pity that good old Washington missed it…but when he was around the tower was not...
ReplyDeleteAmazing photos Kathy - admiring the perspective if your first 2 shots (and how you fit it all in the frame ) and have no words to express how picturesque and professional your 4th shot is. Renee
ReplyDeleteThese are gorgeous photos! Thank you for sharing them!
ReplyDeleteThese are wonderful pictures! I love the contrasting colours...
ReplyDeleteI have just started a brand new blog and you know me as Molly's daughter.
Boo Kitty Boo xxx
Those are some amazing views.... Sadly the autumn colours are pretty much gone here after the big wind last week
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What an awesome kick a$$ view!!!!
ReplyDeleteBy the way ... I love your new header!!!!
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That is some tower...I hate stairs (and heights) so not so sure I'd climb that one, gorgeous views or not. Loving all your fall foliage shots here.
ReplyDeleteSuch fabulous autumn color! I have to settle for spring colors here in New Zealand!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful series!!! I grew up in Montgomery County, but spent much time in Bucks as we had family there. I hope you'll participate in the gratitude (word) quilt this year. Simple instructions are at the top of my blog.
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