White House Christmas

The White House extended an invitation to members of the Junior League of Washington DC to tour the White House while it was decorated for Christmas. I have been to the White House several times before while working on the Hill but this was the first time I have seen it decorated for the Holidays. It was magical, I hope you enjoy some of the photos I was able to take. 

National Christmas Tree Lighting

Tonight was the National Christmas Tree Lighting, did you look for us on TV? I'm certain you didn't see us but I think Henry & Caroline enjoyed the event . Here are some photos of our fun! 

Henry waiting 

 Caroline waiting 

Colleen & I waiting ( it was a VERY long line) 

Before the first family lit the tree 

 Tree & Stage 

 Before 

After 

Merry Christmas from the White House! 

Christmas Photos!

For mothers day my lovely husband bought me a fancy camera so I could take wonderful photos of Henry and last night we did just that. I found some great shots on Pinterest that we were able to duplicate - here are a few of our favorites that we will be using on our Christmas card. 

First Foods

At Henry's 4 month check up the pediatrician gave us the go ahead to introduce pureed foods and baby oatmeal. After some trial and error Henry has decided his favorite is the PlumOrganics Apple. 

O Christmas Tree, O Christmas Tree...

The Christmas season came early this morning with the news that we won tickets to The National Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony, held annually on the Ellipse to kick off the holiday season in our Nation’s Capital, this year the tree lighting will be held on Thursday, December 6 at 5:00 p.m. so be sure to look for us on TV! We were so blessed to win 6 (yes, SIX) tickets that I've invited my good friend Colleen and her family to join us. I cant wait to share this magic night with our little ones! 

Happy Halloween

Happy Halloween 

I would like to think Henry had a pretty fabulous first Halloween. He spent the day hanging out in his Halloween PJs & tonight we visited Scary Perry in Kensington which is one of the best blocks for trick or treating in the DC area. Hope you had a spooky day with your little ghost and goblins!  

Babygear: The Bumbo

I bought a Bumbo off cragislist for $15 a few weeks ago, I'm not sure I would have spent the $60 it retails for with the tray but Henry has been enjoying it quite a bit. I would recommend it as a second hand purchase for new moms, as I can see him out growing it pretty quickly.