Cemetery Reunion

Happy October!  There aren't too many better ways to welcome this month of spooks and scares in than with a visit to the cemetery.  Am I right or am I right?

I wanted to reunite these two baby besties and I racked my brain on how to do that.  Jack and Sophia have known each other since they were in diapers.  Best friends immediately and straight through toddlerhood to pre-school days.  Then time caught up with us, they started growing up and going to big kid school and before I knew it, they were teenagers.  One thing has never changed though, as soon as they are reunited it's just like the old days {as long as none of Jack's guy pals are around-gotta stay cool}. It's a friendship that I know will carry them well in to their adulthood.  And though it needs to be fostered on occasion, it is one worth holding on to.

So keeping in mind that October was upon us, I started a bit of research.  Basically I googled, "cool ways  to entertain teenagers" and all the while a cemetery visit was looming in my mind. We just happen to have a very historical and incredibly intriguing cemetery right here in town. 

Next thing I knew I had found Clue Town Books and bingo the reunion was scheduled.  If you aren't familiar with Clue Town, it's time to familiarize yourself.  So much fun for families, friends, and adults.  We plan on knocking out all of the books at some point.  Each is packaged with a clue book, a pencil, and a compass. 

Let the adventure begin!

The great thing about doing this with teens is that they do it all on their own.  I just lingered back and enjoyed a beautiful Fall day outside while observing some amazing historical sites on the way.

I seriously could not get enough of this particular gravesite.  Home to the author of my most favorite read of all times, Gone With The Wind.  I am convinced no other book could ever take the place of this #1 on my list.  Rest In Peace Margaret Mitchell and thank you for sharing your talent with the world. 

  

Once the  Clue Town book was completed, there was a small treat at the end to reward the kiddos for their success.  The best part was the sense of accomplishment and hanging with a bestie while doing it.

We celebrated our hardwork with dinner at one of Jack's favorite seafood joints, Six Feet Under.  Perfectly fitting for a day at the cemetery.

We are eying the Tech Clue Town book next.  Can't wait.

{And I just realized I'm saying hello to October without ever documenting September.  Hmmm...sign of the times.  I'm thinking I spent last month virtual schooling, trying to put my house back to together after construction and more virtual schooling.  Who really knows?}