Driving to pick up Papa
March 10, 2017 in the United States ⋅ 🌙 7 °C
Headed to Washington
March 11, 2017 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 2 °C
We left right on time 6:30 am. Whew!
Monticello
March 11, 2017 in the United States ⋅ 🌙 3 °C
We made it to Thomas Jefferson's home with just enough time to tour the house and gardens. Clara's favorite thing was exploring the rooms of the house. Papa liked Mulberry Row which featured howRead more
National Holocaust Memorial Museum
March 12, 2017 in the United States ⋅ 🌙 1 °C
A sobering event for all of us. We all leaned more about the magnitude of this tragedy and have a new appreciation for the enormous needless suffering. The girls and Papa were surprised at the sheerRead more
National American History Museum
March 12, 2017 in the United States ⋅ 🌙 0 °C
We divided amd conquered this crowded gem. Clara and Mom did the speed tour through almost all the exiibits. Dad, Papa. Myla, and Millie took a more leisurely approach spending a good bit of time inRead more
National Monuments and Memorials
March 12, 2017 in the United States ⋅ 🌙 0 °C
We took a chilly but beautiful stroll along the reflection pond to the Lincoln Memorial which was Dad and Millie's favorite of the day. Clara loved the Washington Monument. Mom liked the new World WarRead more
International Spy Museum
March 13, 2017 in the United States ⋅ ☁️ 3 °C
This was Myla's DC must do and she thoroughly enjoyed it. Myla and Millie completed a Harry Potter spy guide. Millie liked hanging on the bar like James Bond would do. Check out the disguises of PapaRead more
National Archives Musuem
March 13, 2017 in the United States ⋅ ☁️ 1 °C
Our expert planner planned a timed entry to see our historical documents. We quickly found out what happens when someone other than us snapped a photo. We alll liked the exhibit explaining the Bill ofRead more
Cherry "Buds" around the Tidal Basin
March 13, 2017 in the United States ⋅ 🌫 0 °C
The Spring Break cold snap slowed the Cherry Tree Bloom so we enjoyed the pink buds instead. Myla and Millie searched hard for the Indicator Tree but no luck. We opted to skip the paddle boats due toRead more
Jefferson Memorial
March 13, 2017 in the United States ⋅ 🌫 0 °C
This was one of Clara and Dad's favorite memorials. Papa pointed out all the architectural featues and Dad made sure everyone read Jefferson's quotes. We learned the "dirt" on the monument was biofilmRead more
Roosevelt Memorial
March 14, 2017 in the United States ⋅ ❄️ 0 °C
One of Mom, Dad, Papa, and Clara's favorite memorials was this meandering beauty. I think it speaks to our Tenessee Valley heritage. Roosevelt"s dog "Fala" was almost attacked by a local pooch whichRead more
Martin Luther King Memorial
March 14, 2017 in the United States ⋅ ❄️ 0 °C
This was Millie's jam! Her knowlege of MLK helped her really enjoy this memorial. We had fun at the exit watching her read every quote. Then we wraped up the day with some silly photos.
It's snowing!
March 14, 2017 in the United States ⋅ ❄️ 0 °C
The girls were beside themselves with the prospect of snow and Mother Nature did not dissappont. We met Myla's friend Olivia at the Washington Monument to play play play. They built 2 snowmen "TrumpRead more
United States Capitol
March 14, 2017 in the United States ⋅ ❄️ 0 °C
Our pre-arranged private Capitol tour with Congressman Rogers office was awesome. Debby, our guide, made the most of our 2.5 hour tour. At one point Milie tried to sit down..Debby quickly told her "noRead more
Library of Congress
March 14, 2017 in the United States ⋅ ❄️ 0 °C
Clara was geeked out about this stop but a wee bit disappointed you could not actually touch the books. The Jefferson Book Collection was her favorite. The gift shop consumed alot of our time here.Read more
Smithsonian Museum of Natural History
March 17, 2017 in the United States ⋅ ☁️ 9 °C
This was Myla's favorite museum. She enjoyed the insect lab, evolution of man, and gem stone exhibits. Millie loved all the interactive kiosks and the Mummy exhbit. Clara was impressed by the teenRead more
The Whitehouse
March 17, 2017 in the United States ⋅ ☁️ 8 °C
We made a bone chilling trek to the Whitehouse our last day in Washington. The wind was brutal but it was worth it. We made our way around the Treasury Department to the front lawn past lots ofRead more
Colonial Williamsburg Day 1
March 17, 2017 in the United States ⋅ ☁️ 8 °C
Our first day was quite cold which limited the crowds- a real plus. All the houses had fires going and even outdoor fire pits. Joe really liked all the craftsmen who were in apprenticeship programs.Read more
Colonial Williamsburg Day 2
March 17, 2017 in the United States ⋅ ☁️ 8 °C
It warmed up and the girls enjoyed it! Clara liked the Wythe House, our traditional colonial meal, and the British troop parade. Myla liked all the shoppes and of course the heirloom chickens. MillieRead more
Home Sweet Home
March 18, 2017 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 20 °C
We drove 9 hours to Papa"s house then another 4 hours home. A long travel day but worth it to have a recovery day before school and work. Everyone agreed this waa a fantastic trip-- jam packed withRead more
