Trip to Washington, D.C.

Alex and I (Brad) went to Washington D.C. to visit my sister Jackie and celebrate Alex's graduation from preschool. We flew out Friday afternoon and flew back Monday afternoon. A great time was had by all, with plenty of activities to keep us on the move the whole trip! Here are a few memories of the trip.

Jackie's boyfriend Scott helped set up a tour of the White House bright and early Saturday morning (ok, 8:30 am). We probably spent as much time in the security line as we did walking through the White House, but it was neat to move down the hallways and imagine all of the past Presidents that have made that same walk.

Alex loved the Smithsonian Air and Space Museum! Between the rockets and the airplanes he was in heaven. Donatos pizza for lunch at the Smithsonian food court was a bonus!

On our way to the Natural History Museum, we walked down the National Mall. We saw a unicycle, a couple dozen police on horseback, and this carousel.

Alex liked the Natural History Museum, though by the time we saw the dinosaur and underwater creature exhibits, he was done with museums for the day.

Saturday night we went to a park near Jackie's place, Alex really enjoyed getting to run around. We also picked up some Fro-Yo (frozen yogurt) and Alex played in a water fountain.

On Sunday morning we walked to the Zoo. Alex couldn't get enough time in this prairie dog exhibit, it was his favorite by far.

From the Zoo we took the train to the National Building Museum, which had a cool building exhibit with large legos.

Sunday night we ate dinner in the area out back of Jackie's apartment (the garage) because it was a great night to be outside.

Monday we took the train back to the airport and headed on home.

Overall it was a terrific trip, it was great to spend time with Jackie and get to meet her boyfriend Scott, who was really nice. Alex is at such a fun age, it was a blast traveling with him.