Cherry Blossoms

One of my favorite things about living close to Washington, DC is the annual spring blooming of the Cherry Blossoms along the Tidal Basin. They are so beautiful in full bloom.

This year we gathered with many, MANY other people to see them on a very windy Saturday afternoon. Jen was in town to celebrate her 30th birthday. We joined her, her boyfriend, Andrew and her family. My mom, brother and sister came along. We were also met up by the Adornetto and Stavish families. Our big group, with babies in tote via carriers, made the trek around the Tidal Basin, while trying not to be blown away.

Luke snugged inside his Ergo carrier - "Okay Mommy, I'm ready to go!"

Just kidding- Luke getting a snack with the help of Uncle Billy before we head out on our way

Teagan stylin' with her shades,

All bundled up and ready to go

The Stavish Clan

Xander all bundled up in his Ergo

That's where he stayed all day

Mommy & Lucas

Rockin' the shades!

The Adornetto Family

Jen & Andrew

Did I mention it was windy?!?

Grammy, Uncle Billy, Mom, Lucas, Dad & Aunt Katie

Beautiful Cherry Blossoms

The Jefferson Memorial

Unfortunately, this is the only picture I have of Mindi & I together with the boys

This is our third year going to see the Cherry Blossoms together

The boys have their Ergo hoods on to protect them from the wind- Gotta love the Ergo!

Lucas & Aunt Jen

Where did Lucas go?

Mom & Lucas

"Mom, I am SO done with the pictures already!"

"Okay- one more...."

Family shot

Teagan, Cara, me, Lucas (sound asleep under his hood) & Jen

Hooray for a Cherry Blossom adventure! Next year, remind me to go on a weekday, in hopes of it being less crowded. When we got home, after all that walking (and carrying around an extra 20 lbs), we were thoroughly exhausted. Hooray for Spring!