Day One- Pennsylvania

Well the rain chased us all across northern Ohio, finally catching us in Wadsworth and drenching us the whole way to Pittsburgh, complete with a huge lightning and thunderstorm almost the entire trip. As soon as we got to downtown Pittsburgh and checked in, the rain stopped. We were able to walk across the street to Jerome Bettis Grille 36- I was expecting fried, greasy food but the menu was so expansive, I think anyone would love it.
Bailey found Atwater Vanilla Java Porter and a veggie burger, Bree and Braden both had burgers and Bubs had grilled chicken and broccoli (what's wrong with this picture?) I shared with everyone and had a side salad- we have learned that restaurant portions are just too big and wasteful. It's more economical to order less and share.
Highly recommend the restaurant. The kids turned down a trolley ride, walk across the bridge, and boat tour to go back to the hotel and go swimming. Bubby met a friend in the pool and turned out he was from my hometown- Sandusky! Braden and I had a lot of fun talking to the his parents and catching up on what's happened since I moved away. We got caught up talking, I forgot to get their name. Hope to run into them at breakfast.
Ready to hit the bed and maybe talk the kids into doing the trolley ride in the morning before heading to Nemacolin. So far, the trip has been a mix of adjusting to being in the car for hours interspersed with giggles and laughs. It's good to spend time together.

Off on an Adventure- First Stop- PITTSBURGH

We used some Hyatt Gold Passport points to make a reservation at the Hyatt Place in downtown Pittsburgh. Starbucks coffee in the lobby, Bailey is happy. Indoor pool. Looks really nice and it's right on the river. Maybe a stop at Ikea :)
We were going to stop by Michael Symon's BSpot in Westlake (Crockers) but it doesn't open until tomorrow so will try to stop by on the way home.

Fallingwater -reservations made

If you've never heard of Fallingwater, don't feel alone- I hadn't either until our daughter Bailey became a huge FLW fan (Frank Lloyd Wright) -we won't even discuss the tattoo she got at college but to celebrate her graduation, (Magna Cum Laude) from Ohio University last month, she requested a stay at Duncan House, one of FLW's creation and we can't visit there without seeing Fallingwater, the most famous house in America (the website says so...)
We're combining our trip with a visit to Nemacolin Resort- and Ohiopyle, a National Park nearby.  Can't wait for an adventure week with the family.
Also, an update on Third Coast Surf Shop in New Buffalo - there is a documentary being filmed in the area and Third Coast was featured this week!  Can't wait to see the movie!!
Will post pictures and updates of our new adventure!