Trip with Elijah and Rachael

We had a wonderful trip with my brother Elijah and his fiance, Rachael, who were visiting us for their Spring Break. They were so fun to be with; I am so glad they decided to visit us. Abby loves them both because Rachael would read her stories and Eli would let her climb on him. And Sean (bless him!) was actually very happy the whole week, which was amazing. We're so excited to have Rachael join the family!

We went to Colonial Williamsburg while Darrin had a food show in Virginia Beach.

I'm sorry guys, I couldn't resist this picture. Also, it was the only close up I managed to take.

Rachael got to see the ocean for the first time in her life. Here we are on the eastern shore of Virginia as we drove up to Annapolis.

Darrin, of course, had to dig for crabs.

Abby was quite attached to the engaged couple, and wouldn't let them out of her sight.

We visited the Naval Academy, but were very disappointed that the Midshipmen were also on Spring Break.

Again, I couldn't resist. This is still at the Naval Academy.

And then we went across the street and visited my school, St. John's. Which was also on Spring Break.

The next day we went to D.C., the first time for either of them.

We saw a ton and walked even more. The kids were real troopers. 

A Carousel ride in the middle always helps.

We walked over the bridge to get to the Arlington Metro stop. It was the end of the day and Sean still had a smile. 

That night we went to see the temple. It was even more beautiful than I remember.

And the next day we went with Darrin's uncle and family to a Maple Festival and had a pancake breakfast. That was great, but we didn't get to stay very long because we had to drive all the way home that day. 

Darrin and Abby played with the band.

It was a great trip. Thanks Eli and Rachael!