Amazing what 72.4 degrees feels like and how we are all so used to our weather in Seattle. A gorgeous day with bright sunny skies. Picture perfect.
All the kids hiked the hill at Arlington with incredible stamina. We were able to see the eternal flame with John F and Jacqueline Kennedy. And of course his brothers Teddy and Bobby.
We learned about the traditions of Arlington, its heritage to both the Washington and Lee families, its history, and a few interestnig facts about famous people who have been interned here.
We also learned about the drummer boys of the civil war. One to note was John Clem from private in the Union Army to Major General (2 Star General). Ask your fifth grader how old was he when he joined the army?
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