Touring DC with the Schwabs

Julie, Austin and Caleb came up Thanksgiving night to spend some time with me and to see some of the sights of DC. It was so great to have them here! We got to go and see Mt Vernon on Friday, which was great because they had just decorated for Christmas. Unfortunately the weather was not that great and we ended up having to wait in line in the rain, hail and bitter cold wind, of course it was sunny when we got there so I left my jacket in the car, not smart!

That night we practiced our culinary skills and cooked a turkey for the first time, it took awhile but it eventually cooked and it was so delicious! On Friday we got up and made a terrific pancake breakfast and then headed out for more adventure. We first went to the US Capitol and walked around a little bit outside, then we walked over to the Air and Space Museum and hung out there for awhile. We took a quick break for turkey sandwiches and then explored the Lincoln Memorial and the Korean War and Vietnam War Memorials. It was still a little cold but not too bad. On our way back to the car we also made a quick stop at the Albert Einstein statue. It was great to spend a few days with Julie and her family, so fun!!