Wednesday, November 2, 2011

Party in the House!



You know how lucky I am to have these two as my in-laws? Mom and dad Buttars are seriously the best in-laws any girl could ever wish for! So when I found out they would be coming to our neck of the woods for a visit I was thrilled! We had a blast showing mom and dad around D.C., exploring new places, taking them to our favorite restaurants, seeing shows and so much more! It was so fun having them come and I am already plotting and planning things to do and see next time they make it out! And now for some pictures to capture our awesome week!



Thursday night we went out to Ted's Montana Grill and had some delicious food! Yum! Perfect place to satisfy that big burger craving!



Friday night we went to see Les Miserables! It was Broc's birthday present and we absolutely LOVED it! Certainly one of the highlights of the trip! What a powerful show!



Madre wanted to see my school so on our way out Saturday we stopped by Catholic to do a quick tour! Even though we look like ants in this picture the Basilica is beautiful! :) It was a new experience showing off my school and I am glad I could!





We took a weekend trip to Harper's Ferry West Virginia and Gettysberg and Lancaster Pennsylvania! Harper's Ferry was absolutely gorgeous with the pretty fall colors, the joining of the Potomic and Shenandoah River's, the trains coming and going through the mountains! It was so picturesque and full of history!





We also got to learn about Gettysburg and explore the battlefields! It was amazing to learn about the battles and see some of the fields where so many fought for a free and equal nation!





We ended the the weekend with a trip to Amish-ville! Apparently there is a big population of Amish in Intercourse, PA! Mom and I laughed and laughed and laughed some more when we found this out! Oh goodness did we think that was hilarious! The laughter didn't end there though! We wanted to get a picture with a buggy so mom pretended to be pointing across the street at something and I snapped the perfect picture! Looks like she is pointing right at the buggy! :) Pretty much we were super glad that we decided to go to Lancaster after all!

The trip came to and end all too quick Wednesday night at the temple! I forgot to take my camera so we couldn't get a picture but it was the perfect end to a wonderful visit! Mom and dad please come back soon! The party ended way too soon! This little apartment just ins't the same without you! We love you both!!

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