spring has sprung

{view on the walk to my car from the capitol, snapped on my blackberry. these trees will soon be FILLED with cherry blossoms.}

while i realize the official spring doesn't happen till this weekend, it is finally feeling like spring in d.c. spring and fall here are without question the most perfect times of the year. {although they'd be a bit more enjoyable if all those tour buses weren't part of the package.}

last night was pretty darn perfect. well, the weather all day was pretty perfect. it was so nice to leave work without a coat and still get to enjoy a bit of sunshine. we've been a little bogged down with big decisions lately, and i think we've been forgetting to just enjoy the moments. i feel like yesterday evening i came alive again. it felt so wonderful to feel the sun on my face and roll down the window and enjoy the fresh air as i worked my way through rush hour traffic to pick up shane.

{view driving down constitution ave., passing the washington monument}

it was the first time in SEVERAL weeks that he was able to come home in time for dinner. we had such a great time cooking together in the kitchen while christian walked around us, squealing in delight to see us both home at once. yes, life is good.

{if you look carefully, you can see the white house tucked back there. shane's office is across the street from it.}

cherry blossoms are due in the next few weeks. doesn't that make you want to plan a quick trip to come visit us? if you time it right you can help us celebrate easter and christian's birthday.