Can’t wait to explore.
Riding the train at the Kannapolis Village Park.
A Day of Fun
Several months ago my daughter, Kelly, shared about the fun she had with my two granddaughters (her daughters) at the Kannapolis Village Park. She said the park has playgrounds, a train, a splash pad and a double-decker-merry-go-round. She asked if I’d like to go. Thinking my grandsons would enjoy the park, I began making plans to include them as well.
One of the first things I noticed after we arrived was an outdoor concert hall. As we walked by, I could imagine people sitting on their lawn chairs talking to friends and family and listening to music. The first thing the children noticed was the train. Of course we had to ride. Afterwards, we checked out the double-decker Carousel just across the path from the train. The grandkids each chose a horse. I played it safe and chose a bench. As we waited in line, we learned the double-decker-merry-go-round is the only one of its kind in North Carolina. Once the ride was over, the grandkids were ready for water fun at the splash pad. I had great fun watching them scream with delight when they were splashed. Our fun day ended on the playground, followed by a snack of peanut butter and jelly sandwiches.
Although the landscape of parks has changed through the years, the vision is the same. It’s a place where friends and family can go for a day of fun and fellowship with little or no cost. I’m grateful for communities all across America that had the vision to invest in local parks for our enjoyment. If interested in learning more about the Kannapolis Village Park, check out the Kannapolis City website.
What parks have you enjoyed with your kids or grandkids? Why? Leave a comment below, message on Facebook or email dicysm@yahoo.com.
Thanks,
Dicy
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