Apr 7, 2013

A Beautiful Day in Our Nation's Capital.

We are lucky in that we are a short distance away from Washington, DC.  This weekend was part of the Cherry Blossom Festival, but unfortunately, the blossoms were not in bloom just yet.  However, it was still a beautiful day and so much beauty was present.

Enjoy the pictures!


The weeping cherry trees were gorgeous!


The WWII Memorial



 
 
 

Mama and her ducklings in the Refecting Pool
 


The Lincoln Memorial
 



 



The Washington Monument and Reflecting Pool from the Lincoln Memorial.  I can't help but be reminded of the scene from Forrest Gump when I see this.
 
 


My son-in-law and grandsons looking from the Lincoln Memorial.


Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum

 



The Capitol Building
 


Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History 






 
The Hope Diamond.





I love this picture!  Not for the mummy, but my grandson's reflection as he is trying to figure this out.


The Castle


Washington is a beautiful city and one day is not enough to take it all in.  Also, I HIGHLY recommend taking the Metro into the city...parking can be very difficult. 

 
 

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