So a few weeks ago I went on a grand adventure with my fabulous cousin, Deanna to Philadelphia and Washington DC. We went for about a week total and had lots of fun. I have never been to Philly so it was great to go and I always love seeing Derek's family so it was a double bonus. Here are a few pics of our adventures. We actually started out in Philly and then went to DC but I accidentally did the pics in the wrong order but I am lazy so you get to start at the end and go backwards.

Lincoln Monument Me, Deanna, Abigail, and Andrew in front of the DC Temple

Abigail and me walking in DC.

The Men-Andrew and Derek in DC.

Derek and April's 5 munchkins and me. Love the sun glasses and yes Ember is giving me bunny ears.

Me at the Old Tavern in Philly where we ate dinner one night, it was tons of fun. I am pointing to my dinner selection- Martha Washington's Pot Pie- it was very yummy. Notice my cute, warm head band- Kimi made it, I was very grateful to have it with me to keep my ears warm and of course look adorable at the same time.

Japanese Bridge over Lily Pad Pond by Claude Monet- at the Museum of Art

Deanna walking down the oldest street in Philly

Here is my Philly Cheese Steak- now I can say I have eaten one and it was pretty good.

This is the room at Independence Hall where our nation declared its independence and wrote the constitution. Being in this room gave me chills and it was amazing to think what came out of this room.

Well, as many of you know I am huge fan of George Washington- my hero- actually anyway this chair at Independence Hall is where he sat when the constitution was written and yes folks it is the actually chair-- do you have goose bumps, because I do.

Liberty Bell- So there was this T-shirt at a shop that had this picture on it and said "Come to Philly for the Crack" Love it.

Again George Washington fan and so we visited Valley Forge and walked forever, but it was really cool and cold. I was kinda glad I went during the winter because that is when these men were here and it just made it seem more realistic.

The arc honoring those at Valley Forge and individuals that served and serve in the military. (Yes it is after the Arc de trimphone in Paris- fitting I thought)

So there is a little overview of my fun trip. It was cold but wonderful. It was fun to spend time with Deanna and my family. Thanks for the great memories Deanna- and the trail mix or we would have been starving on all of our flights!!

Baptism and Blessing

About a week ago, my adorable nephew Carson was baptized and on the same day his beautiful little sister Savannah, was blessed. Here are a few pics of that day.

Carson Thomas Colton and Carson

Savannah in her Blessing Dress

Kristy, Carson, Ryan and Savannah

Grandma and Grandpa with Savannah.

After the baptism and blessing we went back to Ryan and Kristy's house, had a nice meal and chatted. The kids young and old started playing a Wii game. I got a little video, I hope you all enjoy it as much as I did. I love my family.. they are so much fun......