Fresh off our trip to DC and I’m happy to report that Everett’s first trip was a success! Our little guy took to the skies like a pro. So much so that he got a shout out from the flight attendant over the intercom on his flight home for being an exemplary passenger.

Here are a few photos from #eviesfirsttrip:

[snuggling with dad during take off]

[hotel life is great!]

[checkin’ out the mall]

[future home?]

[oh hey Abe]

[so over all of these monuments]

[first dip in the pool]

[hanging out with cousin Frank and his gf Heather after lunch at Zaytinya]

Now, on to the fun part – my trip to the White House. The entire thing was so surreal. It’s true that while walking the fuschia lit halls I kept thinking I would run into Josh Lyman or Olivia Pope, but instead I got to chat briefly with the President and First Lady, pose for a picture with them (which I’ll share once I get it), and obsess over what an amazing opportunity it all was. Oh, and enjoy an intimate performance from Sara Bareilles. Not your average night!

[you know I love a good tablescape]

[dinner was de-lish]

[I wanted to take the flowers home with me…and the china]

[so lucky to have this opportunity – thanks to my father-in-law!]

[she was amazing in person – so talented]