Mount Vernon

Our destination this morning was Mount Vernon. We enjoyed the walk to see the Mansion (at least the outside...too long of line to wait with me), Washingon's Tomb, the Fruit Garden and Nursery, the Wharf, the Pioneer Farmer Site the slave quarters. While vising the farm, I saw some sheep and we watched horses tredding. What is tredding? According to the Mount Vernon website, it is when horses would run around and around within the lane, treading the grain out of the wheat. After the presentation, I was able to pet one of the horses. Yipee! Did I tell you there were really steep inclines? And, they were gravel. I can't believe we didn't slip and fall.

By now, it was hot and I was getting huntry so we decided to leave. Mommy and daddy packed our lunch so we stopped at a park just outside of Mt. Vernon to have a nice picnic lunch. Yes, I didn't have a very nutritious lunch. All I wanted was corn chips and raisins. Mommy won't get mother of the year today.

Morning Routine on Vacation

It was hard being away and not having my typical morning routine; however, I adjusted. As you can see from the picture, I had my books to read (and mommy did pack Barney - hey, it's educational).

Saturday in DC

This morning, we got on the Metro to start our walking tour of D.C.

Our first stop, the Arlington Cemetery. One of daddy's ROTC friends in college was killed in Afghanistan on October 31, 2006. He wanted to pay his respects so we visited his grave. At one point, I heard mommy sniffling and think I even saw a tear in daddy's eye. Thank you for sacrificing your life for our great country; you are a TRUE American HERO!

From there, we crossed the Arlington Memorial Bridge to see the Lincoln Memorial. Oh yeah, did I tell you that I fell asleep while we were at the Arlington Cemetery? So, I didn't really see the Lincoln Memorial but mommy took a picture to document the occasion.

We walked down the reflecting pool to see the WWII memorial, Washington Monument, and then to the U.S. Capitol. Along the way, I did wake up only to need a diaper change and something to eat. We took a short break for me to have a picnic in the grass on the National Mall.

After the stop at the U.S. Capitol, mommy and daddy were hungry and mommy's feet were hurting, so we stopped for lunch at a little restaurant behind the Capitol; a great place to people watch. After lunch, we caught the metro and came back to our hotel. We were EXHAUSTED! We ordered pizza, salad and chicken wings for dinner. And finally, mommy and I were asleep by 7:15 pm. I'm not sure what time daddy crashed for the evening.

Friday Night Dinner

Tonight, we had a beautiful view of the Iwo Jima memorial as we ate a picnic dinner. Afterwards, we took a short walk to sit and enjoy one of the most spectacular sights: Our Nation's Capitol, Washington Monument, Lincoln Memorial, and Jefferson Memorial.

I love planes and this one flew directly above us during dinner.

Crazy Crumbz Visits the Nation's Capitol

Mommy and daddy are taking me up north to see some cool things in our nation's capitol. Do we live in a fantastic country or what?


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Dinner at Rock Bottom Brewery

Tonight we had dinner at the Rock Bottom Brewery. I had yummy buttered noodles and fruit for dinner. As you can see from the pictures, I'm just too big to sit in the high chair. Instead, I sat in the big person chair next to my daddy. After dinner, mommy and I played soccer (and some other cool games) in the mall.

CC's First Trip to DC

Yeah, we made it to our destination...Arlington, VA in what I believe is record time for my parents, especially with me. We left our house at 1:15 and arrived here at 4:15 (2 stops: gas and bathroom break).

I'll have mommy post pictures throughout the weekend. Here are a few of me...

Yummy, spaghetti!

Can you tell that I love my mommy's spaghetti?

CC says I love you!

Tonight after CC's bath we were reading books in her room. I told her that I loved her and asked to her to say it back; SHE DID! It's the cutest thing ever!

Sick Baby

On Friday, mommy and daddy took me to the doctor since I wasn't feeling well. It seems that I have a minor ear infection and cold. So, I'm on Amoxicillin for 10 days. I'm a real trooper: take my meds and let mommy/daddy use that syringe thingy to get snot out of my nose.

Anyways, I wasn't too sick that I didn't play over the weekend. Here are a couple of pictures of me (and yes, that's my Republican onesie).

Is it a boy or a girl?

To find out what sex Baby Behr is, go to their blog.

Gotta love vericose veins (NOT)

Yesterday, I had Saphenous Endovenous Laser Therapy (that's a mouthful) done on my right leg. What does this mean? I hope it means that the vericose vein in my right leg (see picture) will be gone in several weeks. Technically, when you have this done, it's not supposed to hurt. In fact, I overheard the guy before me talking about how he felt nothing. Anyways, they gave me an Ativan to take 1 hour before the procedure and then they injected my leg in several places with some numbing medication. WHATEVER, it didn't work for me. I felt everything and for those of you who know me, I have NO pain tolerance. The doctor said the reason I felt everything is because the vein was so close to the surface. Next time (left leg), I want two Ativan. :-)

Right now, 9:00 am, my leg is swollen and throbbing and I'm not due another pain pill until 11:30 am. It's hard to stay off your feet and keep your leg elevated when you have a 14th month old. However, now that Amy is here, I've got my leg elevated and working from home. Thank you, Amy!

Our Little Presidents

For those of you who know us, you know we have our little President. Well, our friends, Pete and Madonna, also have a little President, Kennedy. Several months ago, I purchased each of them a onesie: Trust Me I'm a Republican and Trust Me I'm a Democrat. I'm sure you can guess which is which. Here are some pictures that I took on Saturday!

I love shoes!

I am my mommy's girl. I love SHOES! Here are some pictures to prove it!

Sunday Gathering of Friends

Aunt Chandy organized a Sunday outing to the beach. However, the weather did NOT cooperate. So, we moved the party to our house. As always, the food was delicious and the company was GREAT! We even got in a game of Texas Hold em'!

Our Feet

Kennedy's Baptism

On Saturday, we attended Kennedy's baptism and party. As always, we had a fantastic time.

Saturday Morning at the Beach

This morning, mommy and daddy took me to the beach! It's definitely one of my favorite places to be. I love the way the sand feels in my bathing suit (just kidding).

TGIF in OV

On Friday nights, our little beach community has TGIF parties with live music at the park on the bay. I confess that this is the first time my parents have been. BUT, it was a beautiful night so we decided to enjoy some music after dinner.

I had a GREAT time socializing with all of the people. In fact, my daddy could hardly keep up with me. Oh yeah, did I tell you that I love to dance?

Here are some pictures of our evening.

Happy 14 Months

Wow! You're getting to be such a big girl!

A few things that we've noticed about you this past month:

• recognize people (in pictures and in person) and point to them when asked,
• know who "CC" is when asked and points to self,
• point to items (e.g. animals) when reading books,
• identify parts of your body,
• knows what a pirate says and can make the sound (daddy taught her this one),
• say mama and dada regularly and use them appropriately,
• say papa and point to his picture,
• understand when someone asks you to do something (e.g. pick up the book, close the door),
• loves to socialize...the more people, the better (not sure where you get this) :-),
• can give a "high-five," and
• loves the beach (or outdoors, in general).

I'm sure there are more so I'll consult with your dada to see what he remembers.

Pictures coming tomorrow when I download them from the camera!

We love you, CC!!

Sunday at the Beach

On Sunday, we spent the afternoon at the beach. Afterwards, we went to Mr. Lamar and Ms. Jen's house for some good food! They just moved to our neighborhood so I have some new friends to play with, Grace and Walter.

Chillin' with mommy on the beach!

Playing with daddy.

Building a sandcastle with daddy.

A mouthful of sand.

Walter and I hanging out!

Yummy watermelon!

Updated Family Pictures

Today we had our family pictures taken. Actually, the pictures were for CC's 1st birthday. Okay, so we're 2 months behind. What can I say? We've been really busy around here.

Anyways, CC loves the camera and had a great time posing for her pictures today! Thank you Aunt Chris for coming to my house at the last minute and giving me a haircut; mommy is a slacker!!

Enjoy!!

Dinner with the Arana Family

On Saturday night, we had dinner with the wonderful Arana family! Here are some pictures taken with Aunt Laura's new iPhone.

Friday Night on the Beach

Tonight after dinner, we spent spent some quality family time on the beach! It was such a beautiful night and I LOVE the beach and my parents.

Happy Birthday, Aunt Chris