Our trip to Washington D.C. was a part of my present to my daughter for graduating from Junior High School. She maintained straight A's all through her 3 years and really worked her butt off. This was a "thank you" for me never having to worry about her and school. This was worth every penny. Neither of us have ever been to Washington. Dan had and was very much looking forward to returning. We decided on the tail end of the Cherry Blossom Festival so we still had the beauty but not the crowds. I HIGHLY recommend this time frame. It was April 14th through the 21st. You get most of the blossoms, it wasn't crowded, and it was nice and warm most days. Perfect for wandering around.
Awww... the White House. It is beautifully landscaped and looks amazing! 
This is the view down the mall, towards the Washington Monument standing on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial.
The Washington Monument
Some random church in DC. I just adore Kwanzan Cherry trees.
A pathway in Arlington National Cemetery - Gorgeous place!
Dan and I outside Arlington Cemetery
A church somewhere near Georgetown University
Iwo Jima Monument
The World War II Monument - Very nice space
Just a cool picture of leaves...
The Jefferson Memorial
The 19 foot statue of Thomas Jefferson, our 3rd President.
More pretty trees...
Alex outside the Smithsonian. One thing that is VERY cool about Washington D.C. is that ALL the museums are FREE! There is SO much to do in Washinton, that we easily found things to do for an entire week. What a nice nice place.
These are just like our Eastern Redbuds... but are Whitebuds. There were so many beautiful trees in blossom while we were there.
Abraham Lincoln's house - where he was carried to after he was shot in the theatre across the street. It is open for viewing. Such great history in D.C.
The Lincoln Memorial - Dedicated in 1922 to honor President Abraham Lincoln. Thirty eight Grecian columns surround the statue of Lincoln seated on a 10 foot high marble base. This impressive statue is surrounded by engraved readings of the Gettysburg address.
More of Arlington Cemetery
The pathway leading up to the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
Our good friends, Kathy and Jim. We met these two cruising also. They live a few hours away from Washington, so they came down for a couple of days while we were there. It was great seeing them again!
