Adventures in VA

We've had a few great adventures in the VA and DC areas over the last couple of weeks.  This past weekend, we went to Washington's Mount Vernon estate --  a huge mansion (especially by 1700s standards) and rolling lawns situated right on the Potomac river.  It was beautiful, especially with all the fall leaves still in brilliant colors.  We were joined by Victoria and Lance, some dear friends from college, and we had a lovely day.  We saw Washington's tomb, his bedroom, and some trees that he planted that are still alive today. 

This is the front of the Washington's mansion.

The big tree on the left was planted by George Washington himself!