Boston has so much to offer. As a community Bostonians often come together to support each other, the various neighborhoods, and charities. We have some of the best, hospitals, and schools. The city boasts many historic firsts, public school, public garden, and chocolate factory to name a few. For those who love history, there are many places to visit. These are just a few of the highlights my city has to offer.

To select one is difficult, so I decided to go with a place I love the most The Public Gardens. Located in the heart of the city. In the spring, there are flowers galore! But, best of all is the swan boats in the garden’s lagoon!

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As a child my parents took us once a year. My favorite childhood book, Make Way for Ducklings, tells the tale of how the Mallard family came to live on the island in the lagoon. They even have statues of the Mallard family in the Public Garden.

I have visited every year since 1984 on or around my birthday, in April. The birthday day excursion is subject to the weather, never cancelled only delayed. My husband was the one who started the tradition for my birthday. When he was alive he always took my birthday off, so we could go. Once my son came along, he joined us on our annual ride. Now, every year my son goes with me.

After the ride we walk around while eating ice cream! Life doesn’t get any better than a sunny day in the Boston Public Garden.