Garden Party! Our Trip to Longwood Gardens!

We've had tickets taped to the fridge since July and a million excuses why we couldn't take a trip to Kennett Square this weekend. Finally, the 24 hour Christmas music station got me in the mood to see some amazingly decked out trees. It was time to journey to Longwood.

I was worried about the trip for several reasons:

1. The lengthy car ride and a cranky baby (luckily slept both to and from Longwood!)

2. A lot of walking with a stroller resistant baby (all that walking gave us the blessed and rare 2nd afternoon nap)

3. Potential boredom (Do babies really care that much about flowers? Yes, they do!)

As you can see my fears were laid to rest as we set my child loose in the Children's Garden in the conservatory. This little garden comes complete with dozens of water fountains, cool statues, a discovery station, musical instruments, and a woman with a puppet dog, Woody, to entertain! I didn't realize that it was so kid friendly! Be warned though that your child WILL get soaked in the water fountains, so bring a change of clothes! Longwood will lend you a towel to dry your munchkin up. Now that's thinking ahead!

We did manage to set our 1 year old loose with minimal destruction to the indoor gardens. We took pit stops along the way for snacks, and she was happy as a little girl could be!

We didn't go in the evening to see the lighted trees, but the Christmas route in the conservatory was stunning and worth the journey. Many families were having their Christmas card photos taken in front of the many trees of splendor! If I had thought of it, we, too, would have been wearing our Sunday best! Next year I'll be ready!

Overall, I strongly suggest a visit. But be warned, it is A LOT of walking! Happy gardening!