From DC with Love: Christmas time.

I have been really excited about this Christmas season. I don’t know exactly why, but compared to last year where everything was just average, this year was wonderful. My fam was coming and the festive atmosphere really put me in the mood.

My parents and I have a tradition that started when I went to BYU and returned to VA every Christmas: we go to the Christmas Candlelight Tour at Mt. Vernon. Usually we have dinner at the Mt Vernon Inn beforehand, but it was closed so we ate at Founding Farmers, which is equally delicious. It is always one of my favorite things about the holiday.

Peppermint milkshakes courtesy of Matt, high school gear, and friends.

The 8^th was Britt’s birthday so we went up to Annapolis to have seafood and watch the boat lights parade. It also happened to be the night Army/Navy was playing so I got to watch the end of the game in a restaurant ½ mile from the USNA campus. Go Navy :) The lights were AMAZING and so fun. A really great evening-I love Annapolis.

Lots of watching Christmas movies. Four of my favorites.

"These mashed potatoes are so creamy!"


"Say yes, you skinny moron!"

"What is it you want, Mary? What do you want? You want the moon? Just say the word and i'll throw a lasso around it and pull it down. Hey. That's a pretty good idea. I'll give you the moon, Mary."

"Mutual, I'm sure!"

Christmas lights at the DC temple. Every year stakes from around the area each decorate a tree that is displayed in the visitors center-had to find Woodbridge of course.

The world didn’t end.

Which is good, because later that day my nephews CAME. Poor little guys fell asleep on the way home.

Grandpa Morgan finally got to meet Gavyn, his youngest great-grandchild, and see the twins again for the first time in 5 years. We also got to take a 4-generation picture.

Where it all began.

Even though I only live 30 minutes away, it was so nice to be at home, relaxing with my family and just enjoying each other. The boys LOVED Raja, who made herself at home. Gavyn was probably the easiest person to get a gift for-pretty pleased with this $4 purchase. “BA-BALL”