Train Day in Jim Thorpe

We spent today in Jim Thorpe enjoying a gorgeous fall day aboard the train and exploring the town. Jeven and Julie visited this weekend from NYC and we decided a family outing was in order. Carter loves trains so this seemed perfect. The end result was a great day for all.


Uncle Jeven, Aunt Julie and Elijah check out the train station.



Daddy and Carter wait to board the train.

Here's our ride pulling into the station. All Aboard......

Carter spent some time with the conductor talking trains.

First time trying hot apple cider....he loved it!

Brian and Carter were inseparable for the most of the day.
Hello Family! Poppy are you ignoring the shutterbug?

We had to stop on the tracks to let an oncoming freight train pass by. Carter and Mimi wait for the train that's coming our way.

While waiting to head back to the station my dad pointed out this handsome old oak tree.

I thought that this late into October most of the trees would be bare. I was pleasantly surprised to see that most of the mountain was still flaunting fall's beauty.

Carter watched out of both sides of the train (we were lucky that our car was empty) so he wouldn't miss anything.
Look at you Big Boy!

Elijah and his Poppy hang out together.

My conductor and engineer.

This town of Jim Thorpe is beautiful and unique with in itself. It always amazes me that every time I go back there is something new that I discover. Below are some pictures I snapped off will wandering around the charming downtown area. We didn't get to visit all that we wanted to, so we are hoping Jeven and Julie come back soon so we can head back.

Town hall. What a beautiful view facing the mountain.

This is a bed and breakfast. I loved the entryway.

This was the jail until 1995. This is also where four of the 'Molly Maguires' were executed. (story below) One of the Molly Maguires claimed his innocence and to prove so left a hand print on the inside of his cell. The hand print remains there today even thought the cell has been painted several times. Somehow the hand print always reappears....or so the story goes.

Elijah and Daddy groove to the music as we head back to the car.

A very special thank you to my boys, Elijah and Carter, who were so well behaved. We were up and out the door early and neither one had a nap. Both remained pleasant, happy and polite!