We first headed to the Holocaust Museum to wait in line and get tickets. As we were waiting, a helicopter seemed to be continuously circling above us. Being in Washington D.C. on the weekend of the 4th could have meant anything, but one of the museum employees said she thought it might mean the President was driving somewhere in town. We didn't think much of it until all of a sudden, about 15 feet behind us, 6 police motorcycles came by, followed by a large black van, more police cars, an ambulance and finally... the Presidents car! Right behind us, the Presidential motorcade passed down the street as we waited in line. It was so exciting! What a great start to our day!
After we got our tickets for the day, we headed to the Washington Monument & then to the WWII Memorial. The Washington Monument is such a beautiful landmark in D.C. and even though I've seen it hundreds of times, it always takes my breath away.
Dad and IMy Dad really wanted to head to the WWII Memorial as we had never visited it since it was finished a few years ago. His dad, my Pap Pap, worked in communications in WWII. When the memorial was finished being built several years ago, my Pap Pap and grandma came to visit and got to drive by the memorial. Unfortunately, Pap Pap never got the chance to really visit the memorial dedicated to him and his fellow servicemen before he passed away. We walked down to the memorial and I was taken aback at what an incredible sight it was. The memorial is beautiful! My Dad shared a few stories of what he knew about his father's experiences in the war and we thought of him as we walked around the grounds.
Andy and I Representing SC & VA
View of the Lincoln Memorial across the Mall from the WWII Memorial
After visiting the memorial, we walked to the Spy Museum. We spend about 2 hours learning all about the secret life of spies, the CIA and the legend of the KGB. Andy was really interested in going to the Spy Museum and we agreed to head there, but I was curious as to how much I would actually enjoy myself. Spying and secret agent work isn't exactly an interest of mine. But I was pleasantly surprised to learn about spying techniques and tools. The most interesting was definitely learning about specific individuals who were charged with espionage. Their stories were so dramatic!
After the Spy Museum, the three of us headed to the Museum of Natural History to grab some lunch. Then, we headed back up to the Holocaust Museum. For whatever reason, I have always found WWII, the Holocaust in particular, to be fascinating. I think it stems from my inability to fathom that such a horrific and tragic event could actually occur. We enjoyed touring the museum and learning more about that period in history. Then we headed home to rest up for the REAL 4th of July!
On Saturday, I woke up at my parents home to enjoy Breakfast at Wimbledon. Every year, my mom makes pancakes with strawberries & blueberries with lots of whipped cream and sausage to enjoy while watching the Wimbledon finals. In honor of the holiday and of Venus and Serena Williams playing in the championship, we ate our breakfast and enjoyed the all-American final. Then I got some sun outside in the year before heading to a friends BBQ.
One of my favorite things about the 4th is spending time with friends. I am fortunate enough to still be very close to all of my high school friends. This year, one of them hosted a BBQ at their house. We enjoyed a few beers, some great food, and perfect company. We had fireworks and even a belly flop contest in the pool to celebrate! It was a perfect way to celebrate the 4th. I am so proud to live in America and to have my freedoms that so many take for granted.
Andy and I wearing our red, white & blue
Fireworks on the Fourth
Fabulous friends to celebrate with
After the Spy Museum, the three of us headed to the Museum of Natural History to grab some lunch. Then, we headed back up to the Holocaust Museum. For whatever reason, I have always found WWII, the Holocaust in particular, to be fascinating. I think it stems from my inability to fathom that such a horrific and tragic event could actually occur. We enjoyed touring the museum and learning more about that period in history. Then we headed home to rest up for the REAL 4th of July!
On Saturday, I woke up at my parents home to enjoy Breakfast at Wimbledon. Every year, my mom makes pancakes with strawberries & blueberries with lots of whipped cream and sausage to enjoy while watching the Wimbledon finals. In honor of the holiday and of Venus and Serena Williams playing in the championship, we ate our breakfast and enjoyed the all-American final. Then I got some sun outside in the year before heading to a friends BBQ.
One of my favorite things about the 4th is spending time with friends. I am fortunate enough to still be very close to all of my high school friends. This year, one of them hosted a BBQ at their house. We enjoyed a few beers, some great food, and perfect company. We had fireworks and even a belly flop contest in the pool to celebrate! It was a perfect way to celebrate the 4th. I am so proud to live in America and to have my freedoms that so many take for granted.
Andy and I wearing our red, white & blue 
Fireworks on the Fourth
Fabulous friends to celebrate withHappy Birthday America!
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