Easter Sunday in Washington, DC

Last Saturday we drove to the DC area and stayed in a hotel over night. We got up early the next morning to make it to the National Cathedral in time for their 8:00 service. We were all dressed up and little Eliana looked so sweet in her dress and sweater. As we were walking out of the hotel she told the attendant behind the front desk, "Thank you for the good sleep!"

The service was lovely, and though it was different from what we are accustomed to, I was very blessed by several thoughts in the sermon. The bishop who was speaking said, "We live in a Good Friday world but we are an Easter people!" I love that thought!

That afternoon we went to see the cherry blossoms. They were truly magnificent! The lake in front of the Jefferson memorial was surrounded by a fluffy pink cloud! The crowds reminded me of the crowds in China. Keeping the family together was bit of challenge. But it was beautiful and amazing!

Bonsai in the National Arboretum 

We drove home late Sunday afternoon. I think everyone except Keith slept most of the way home. It had been a while since we had done a little family outing like that and it was so nice!