Mt. Vernon was a particular highlight. I did not know George and Martha had no children together. Instead they raised hers from a prior marriage. While that is sad, in a way it seems inspired. In such a young country with people who were used to royal families and monarchies, it almost seems inspired that there was no "monarchal heir" for our first president. Instead the power shifted smoothly to the next elected official. There is much about the formation of our country that is inspiring, and Mt. Vernon brings a lot of that to mind.
Mt Vernon is also aesthetically inspiring. This is a snapshot of one of the room's inside George and Martha's home. I LOVE this room. I've been scheming ever since about how I can create a Kelly Green room. Look at that ceiling! And that woodwork! And those chairs! Oh I'm in heaven.
Of course the weekend involved great food. This is Eastern Market. Will you please come visit me? Because I NEED more excuses to breakfast here.
Lastly, this photo does a lot to explain why I had to live out here.Just look at that.
3 comments:
ok that is soooo amazing. do you live in those town homes? They are so so so cute! I LOVE DC so much! I think that it is awesome. My dad grew up there and my grandparents live there and I might have to pay you a visit next time we are there!
Brooke if you come to town DEFINITELY let me know! And if you decide to steal away for a weekend and need a place to stay you are completely welcome with me.
That ceiling is to die for!! I would love a kelly green room. It is absolutely charming.
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