Taylor exploring Washington D.C. from the top of the Washington Monument


Two VERY fashionable nursing mamas


The Capitol, tomorrow we go on a private "insiders" tour. It is nice to know people who know people in the city.


Tabitha's Anniversary present, also known as the Hope Diamond (45.52 carats). They are temporarily displaying it at the Natural History Museum.

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Anonymous said…
Wow! What adorable pictures! Love the one of Tabitha and the Washington Monument! Grandpa said it sure must have shrunk. It wasn't that short when we were there. (ha ha) Taylor looks like she's having fun! Brings back lots of memories. Nina and her little girl look so cute. What a sweetie. Continue to have lots of fun.

G Grandpa and G Grandma Smith
7:43 PM
Ashley and Shawn said…
very cute ... looks like everyone is enjoying there time ... angel misses you guys but zachariah gave her plenty of attention for you guys!! hehehee have fun!!!
-ash
10:22 PM
Anonymous said…
It's fun to see all the pictures. Taylor looks like she's intently studying the city from the top of the monument. We're glad that you are enjoying your visit. Tell Nina hi! It's fun to see a picture of her baby. We miss all of you! Seeing the pictures brings back memories. My class wrote about Washington, D.C. this week, so I showed them family pictures inckuding Kevin's Washington Monument picture. I shared that you are in Washington, D.C. We love you. Give Taylor a hug from us. Love, Grandma and Grandpa
6:31 PM
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