Washington DC - Part 2, Air and Space Museum

We spent a decent amount of time in the Museum of Natural History, but most of our time was spent at the National Air and Space Museum (the older one on the Mall). This was truly a dream come true for me as I've been dreaming about this for most of my life. The kids actually had a great time as well. There was plenty to see, and they let you touch and climb on a lot of the exhibits. Anyone with kids knows how important that is when going anywhere that doesn't include Hannah Montana or Cars.


I always new a 747 engine was huge, but this puts the size in perfect perspective.

This was a great mural in the room containing Vietnam-era jets and engines. My dad worked on Phantoms so I always loved this plane. To this day, I think it's one of the coolest planes to ever fly.

Of course, there can only be one "coolest" plane ever, and anyone who knows me is fully aware of that plane. Yes, it's the one and only F-14 Tomcat. Any reference to this plane will be documented and celebrated for as long as I live......


The original X1...If you don't know, read Chuck Yeager's book. He was Maverick before Lt. Pete Mitchell was buzzing towers and Rear Admiral's daughters.


We had an unexpected treat on the way out of town - Marine 1 flew right over our heads bringing President Bush back to the White House after a weekend in Texas. We pulled over as all 3 helicopters swooped over the car. Two landed on the South Lawn and another started flying in circles around the White House. Security is obviously very tight, so we couldn't get over to the White House to watch them land. We did catch of glimpse of Marine 1 on the grass, but didn't get to see President Bush. It was a great end to a spectacular weekend in Washington DC.