Caden Visits the Capitol

On our last full day of our two week trip, we decided to see as much as we could in a short amount of time. One sight we definitely didn't want to miss was the nation's capitol. When David looked up tours, he noticed that we should have made a reservation long before we arrived in DC and they were large group tours, which is not always good for Caden and our frequent nursing stops. So...David decided to see what he could get if we called our State Representative! That's right! He called Congressman Jay Inslee's office in DC to see if they would be able to help us out with obtaining a tour. His office staff was awesome and offered us a private tour with one of his interns. We were even able to view his fancy office!

Casey gave us an amazing tour of the capitol. Both David and I were in awe the entire tour of just how much history was inside of those walls. Each room had its own story. I think David and I both LOVED the Rotunda the best. The artwork that displays the history of our nation was just breathtaking. We also had a chance to visit the Gallery, where the official business takes place. Unfortunately they were at recess until 2pm that afternoon, so no action for us. I think this tour may have been the highlight of our DC visit.

We also took more time to visit a couple museums. We  spent time in Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum and the National Museum of American Indian. They were quick trips because it was nap time for Caden and we were set to meet David's cousin that night for dinner. It was a wonderful way to end Caden's first trip to the east coast.

The Nation's Capitol

If you look very carefully, you can see Caden's "blowout" stain on David's shirt! Of course this happened after they took our diaper bag to hold as we toured and we had no change of clothes. Thankfully they had allowed us to bring along one diaper and some wipes or we would have been in a lot of trouble! :) 

Inside the new Capitol Building Visitor Center

The Rotunda

The original House Chambers

The Crypt, under the Rotunda (Where George Washington was supposed to be buried)

The original Supreme Court Chambers

Outside Jay Inslee's office

Inside the American Indian museum

Inside the Air and Space Museum

Our last Metro ride on our way home to rest up for our dinner with Linnea