I almost forgot that it was my turn this week. We had a fun weekend, but it was a little crazy. We went to D.C. to visit Giselle, see the Cherry Blossom Festival and go to the temple. It was supposed to be a quick, one day trip, down and back, but we ended up staying the night.
We drove down in the morning and met up with Richie's sister and headed to the parade. Little Richie was so excited about the parade, even though he didn't really know why. 
We caught the last 30-40 minutes of the parade, but I am not sure little Richie would have enjoyed more than that. He liked the marching bands a lot and he got to see a float with Elmo and other Sesame Street characters, and that was fun for him.
After the parade we walked down to the tidal basin to see if any blossoms remained. They peaked a couple weeks ago, but there were a few straggling blossoms.
One of my favorite things in the world is flowering trees, so I really wanted to see them. I was a little disappointed that I missed the peak, but I will have more opportunities to see them. We intended to get to the temple early in the afternoon and then head back to North Brunswick, but we didn't make it until late evening. We decided to stay the night instead of driving back really late, even though we didn't have p.j.'s or anything.
Richie had rehearsal at 11 a.m. so we had to leave really early and we actually got out the door on time, but when we got out to the parking lot our car was gone. We had a few moments of panic wondering if it had been towed or stolen, but we eventually found out it had been towed. An hour and $150 later, we were on our way back home. We made it home in time for Richie's rehearsal and we were all really tired. I am hoping we can all catch up on some missed sleep, but we probably won't.
We are packing up the apartment in preparation for the summer "move". It is hard to pack with two kids, but it will all work out. We'll see you soon.
Sunday, April 13, 2008
Cherry Blossoms
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Why, when you are trying to do family-oriented spiritual experiences do you have such trials of your faith (and your pocketbook!)? Ask Dad about his thoroughly frustrating speeding ticket while listening to the next session of conference as he drove home from attending the Saturday sessions. That wasn't in the budget!
Chrislynn, it seems like the two of you are getting into trouble a lot lately, what with stealing someone's company name and now getting your car towed. I think I can top you, though...Saturday Lyle Bayles (my cousin and your neighbor) showed up on my doorstep with a warrant for my arrest! True story. Luckily(?!) he let me pay him $209 cash for an unpaid ticket (just an oversight on our part), and I was free. Note to self: pay your tickets. Note to self: Don't get tickets in the first place.
The Cherry blossoms are beautiful! I really want to see them some day with my family! I can't wait to see you in a few weeks!!
I am so excited to see you guys. I hope that I can make it to the Lyric a few times this summer.
I know packing is no fun. But we are so excited to see you. I'm sorry about your car being towed. Ouch! There goes the budget, huh?
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