A Capitol Birthday

Yesterday was Monica's birthday, so it was time to par-tay! Ok, so par-tay-ing these days isn't exactly the same as it was a few years ago. For one thing, it was just the three of us. But we had fun! First, we opened presents and cards.

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Julian wanted to give mommy something special so he gave her a froggie to put in her garden. "Mommy must like froggies," Julian said, "since she likes to dress me in froggie pajamas."

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(In case you were wondering, Daddy gave mommy a nifty label maker.)

Next we went to We the Pizza for birthday dinner. (This is the new place just opened by the guy who was on Top Chef.) Monica enjoyed a slice...

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...and made a wish...

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...and Julian had a good nap.

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Next we walked over to the Capitol. (Just a few blocks away!) Julian did his best Strom Thurmond impersonation...

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...but soon he roused for a vote.

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Our original plan was to see the U.S. Army band perform on the Capitol steps, but for some reason they canceled their concert. (Maybe they looked at the weather forecast...it was pretty humid out there.) But we still were able to enjoy a summer evening together and take in the views.

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Happy birthday, Monica!

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