Trenton, NJ (USA)

I went by the work-place this morning to get a few things done before I had to meet Stirlin in New Jersey. Visited with an old friend, Rob, at his new job and planned a little for my flight tomorrow. Left for Wrightstown before 1000L and followed Stirlin's directions (Turnpike to US-130). He drove me over to the new hangar (the unit will be moving there in 2011) and we checked out some of the other challenges that face them during the move. I got a lot of new information for my Boss and set up some connections that should help in the future. After some lunch, finished up our visit. Had enough time to take the scenic way home - via Washington's Crossing State Park. On the way, got a call that my flight tomorrow was cancelled (too bad!). Decided to explore a little further after that. After driving around Trenton on I-295, decided to stop by the New Jersey State Archives (lots of good genealogy stuff!) - definitely worth a return visit. There were also some museums and historical sites (The Barracks) - would make for a good family visit. Drove north of the city on NJ-29, and found the State Park was already closed. Still had some great views of the river - and it was chilly enough to imagine Washington and his men coming across to attack the sleeping Hessians! Took NJ-29 up to Lambertville - even saw some of the Obama Stimulus money at work (signs everywhere telling people that the torn up roads were part of the spending program)! Crossed over to New Hope, Pennsylvania just as the sun was setting and then took back roads over to US-202. Hit Doylestown around 1900 and then had dinner at Wendy's. Back at the NAS Willow Grove Navy Lodge, watched TV and went to bed early.