We awoke to a sunny day and ice on the windshield of the car. It was cold. After packing up we quickly got on the road going North via I-40 and then I-95. Shortly after noon found us in Williamsburg. We checked with our friends who were about an hour out on the road here and went to Wendy's for chili. When we drove back to the motel, we found Pat and Phyllis unpacking their car in the parking lot of the motel. We have been talking non-stop ever since.
By mid-aft
ernoon we drove to the Visitor's Center and picked up our passes and checked on our dinner reservations. We then boarded a bus and were driven over to Colonial Williamsburg. Our first stop was shopping (a big surprise), and we quickly discovered that there were many thousands of 
visitors. This was the 75th year of these Grand Illuminations held in Williamsburg early in December. In fact, all roads were closed to traffic so that the people could use the streets and sidewalks. We slowly worked our way down the street to be near one of the three fireworks areas. Along the way we stopped to enjoy and get warmed a bit by small hanging baskets that had wood burning in them providing a bit of warmth. It was terribly cold. HW2 and Phyllis finally found us hot cider and coffee to help us stay warm while we awaited the fireworks. This act of kindness saved us.
Finally, shortly after 6pm the fireworks began, which were spectacular and went on and on. When they ended, we walked to the King's Arms Tavern where we had reservations for dinner. Oh, my, it was good to get in from the cold! The hospitality was wonderful. We were served by Lydia, who also took pictures of us. She made me hot buttered rum which was delicious. The others had wine or a Bloody Mary. HW2 later got Lydia to tell us how to make hot buttered rum. If you would like this information, just ask.
For dinner two of us had prime rib with horseradish sauce and julienned vegetables. HW2 had salmon, the vegetables, and small red potatoes. Pat had pork chops. They served relishes, creamed spinach, and Sally Lund bread, as well, to compliment the meal. Finally satiated, we completed dinner with coffee, and all shared in a piece of peca
n pie with ice cream on the top.
Back to a bus stop and return to the visitor center for the car and home to the motel. What a wonderful day with good friends! Happy travels.
By mid-aft
ernoon we drove to the Visitor's Center and picked up our passes and checked on our dinner reservations. We then boarded a bus and were driven over to Colonial Williamsburg. Our first stop was shopping (a big surprise), and we quickly discovered that there were many thousands of 
visitors. This was the 75th year of these Grand Illuminations held in Williamsburg early in December. In fact, all roads were closed to traffic so that the people could use the streets and sidewalks. We slowly worked our way down the street to be near one of the three fireworks areas. Along the way we stopped to enjoy and get warmed a bit by small hanging baskets that had wood burning in them providing a bit of warmth. It was terribly cold. HW2 and Phyllis finally found us hot cider and coffee to help us stay warm while we awaited the fireworks. This act of kindness saved us.
Finally, shortly after 6pm the fireworks began, which were spectacular and went on and on. When they ended, we walked to the King's Arms Tavern where we had reservations for dinner. Oh, my, it was good to get in from the cold! The hospitality was wonderful. We were served by Lydia, who also took pictures of us. She made me hot buttered rum which was delicious. The others had wine or a Bloody Mary. HW2 later got Lydia to tell us how to make hot buttered rum. If you would like this information, just ask.
For dinner two of us had prime rib with horseradish sauce and julienned vegetables. HW2 had salmon, the vegetables, and small red potatoes. Pat had pork chops. They served relishes, creamed spinach, and Sally Lund bread, as well, to compliment the meal. Finally satiated, we completed dinner with coffee, and all shared in a piece of peca
n pie with ice cream on the top.Back to a bus stop and return to the visitor center for the car and home to the motel. What a wonderful day with good friends! Happy travels.
2 comments:
I was doing a search for King's Arms hot butter rum and ran across your post. Would you please share how its made? Thanks.
Our instructions did not come with spoecific measurements, so you may need to experiment a bit! Our server said she made it by muddling nutmeg and butter together, adding some hot water, then adding rum, a little more hot water, and then a splash of cider. It does not sound complicated, but we have not had a chance to make it ourselves yet! If anyone figures the proportions, please let us know! Cheers!
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