So much to see!

We are just having a blast seeing all that we can during our time here in the Washington D.C. area. We just hope we'll eventually get to everything on our ever growing list! Here are a few highlights of some of our recent outings.

This is the U.S. Air Force Memorial. It was just
dedicated in 2006 and is located near the Pentagon.

Lydia and Rachel showing their patriotic spirit
at the Air Force Memorial

The National Cathedral

One view from inside the cathedral. It's a
non-denominational cathedral and is used
for many things, including funerals of some of
our past presidents.

Here Lydia and Rachel are driving a firetruck at
Clemyjontri Park. This is an amazing park with all kinds
of playground equipment. There is also a carousel that
is free on weekdays.

Lydia riding the carousel

Rachel on her zebra

Even Charity loved the carousel. This was by far the kids
favorite thing. I think we rode on it six or seven times!

Stars and Stripes Forever

We had a great Fourth of July! It's really neat to see the fireworks in the nation's capital. We decided not to fight the crowds directly on the mall. Instead we watched the fireworks from across the Potomac River. It was great...we had an awesome view, no crowds, and we were home by 10:00!

Here we are waiting for the fireworks to begin

All three of the girls preferred the camp
chairs over the blankets on the ground

A spectacular reminder of how blessed
we are to live in the United States