Spring Break: Part Two (Washington D.C.)
We spent two days in D.C. with another one of Brad's roommates, Kent, and his family. The first night Brad took Liv to the Zoo while I stayed behind to let Gwen get some MUCH needed rest. After our busy day in New York City, it was nice to be in a city that Brad and I had both been to previously, so that we didn't feel the need to make sure to see everything. We just took our time each day visiting the highlights, and letting the girls run around, and play. D.C. is a very neat city. It is amazingly clean and perfectly manicured. All of the spring flowers were in full bloom, That meant I was in heaven....and so were Brad's allergies =0). But, he was a trooper =0).

Here we are in Arlington National Cemetery:
A reverent, patriotic, beautiful place that makes me feel a great sense of gratitude for the Soldiers that sacrifice for me and our country daily.Tomb of the unknown soldier, changing of the guard

And, us seeing some of the other main attractions in the capitol:

Right after we walked away from the front of the White House, this helicopter, along with two others flew right over our heads, and this one landed on the front lawn of the White House, while the others continued on. We were told that this is the safety protocol when the President is traveling via helicopter. That way, when he is traveling, you don't know which copter he is in. So, I guess you could say we saw the president when we were in D.C., and he was within 300 yards of us =0). We also got to tour the Capitol Building. Elizabeth had some connections and was able to get us a personal tour of the senate floor. Her friend works in one of the Cloak rooms. She told us all kinds of interesting facts about the way the Senate works. One interesting fact, is that there is one particular desk which is always known as the candy desk. It's drawer is always filled with candy and senators will often get up from their seats to get a piece of candy. She let us take a piece.One of the new sights we were able to see was the World War II memorial. Brad and I both have Grandfather's who served in the 2nd World War, which made it special, but it was also an amazing structure. I wish I could have taken a picture to really show you how neat it was. It is shaped like a large amphitheater with a grand fountain in the center, and a reflection pond just beyond it. Thank you Kent, Elizabeth and Annika for a great time =0)! We can't wait to see you again!