In full bloom

I've figured out why Rebecca and I get along so well. Hanging out with us requires a sense of adventure, a sense of humor, and that sixth mommy-sense that tells you when one of your kids is about to jump off of something dangerous. Being a glutton for punishment doesn't hurt, either.

In light of the fact that we have all this in common, it should come as no surprise that we planned a spur-of-the-moment trip downtown to experience the D.C. Cherry Blossom Festival. (And I use the term "planned" lightly.) For some, dragging four kids ages two-and-under on the Metro and into the city without back-up might require more advance notice. For us, a few hours will do.

And so it was that we found ourselves in our nation's capital on this most glorious of days. We enjoyed playing on the National Mall in the sunshine, eating a picnic lunch of hot dogs and fruit by the Tidal Basin, and playing with Rebecca's fancy new camera, which we have to thank for all the great pictures of the kids.

You can enjoy more of those great shots by clicking here.