Bunnicula- The celery stalks at midnight!

Spring has sprung (now that it's nearly June) and there are bunnies all over the campus. Apparently the bunnies had a very busy winter because baby bunnies are taking over the grounds. We chased a few tonight as we strolled around and Max loves them.

R2-D2

You can imagine my shock at finding this gem in the our nation's CAPITAL. Since when did the district start dressing up their mail drops? This is my favorite R2 remake since my mom made a R2 birthday cake back in the early 80's. That cake was rad!

National Treasure

As a lover of art and architecture it is embarrassing that last week was my first visit to the National Cathedral. What a treat. This cathedral has the proportions and grandeur of its gothic grandparents but is a modern structure. Although the idea for a national cathedral dates back to the late 1700s, construction didn't start until 1907 and didn't stop until 1990! This is a baby in cathedral terms.
I loved the strong gothic lines and its soaring towers that recall some medieval heavy weights of Europe but it reveals its youth starting with its facade. It is less sculpturally fussy (dare I say messy) so the gothic form stands alone and is beautiful in its simplicity. There are also a lot of other modern features like abstract stained glass windows, the children's chapel (darling), and the Darth Vader gargoyle. Yes that's right Darth Vader!
In the 80's a national competetion was held for school children to design a gargoyle and a little boy from Kansas entered Darth Vader and was a winner! I think its pretty amazing the National Cathedral has a Vader gargoyle. If, like me, you have gone through life and DC without ever venturing to the National Cathedral, shame on you (and me) so put it on the agenda. I would suggest tea in the west tower and a picnic in the gardens would also be lovely- looking up at Darth Vader!!!

Ladies' Luncheon- The First Lady That Is!

Here is picture of my new best friend. Not really but I did get within 5 feet of her and I do think she is pretty classy. We had such a great time in D.C. Thanks to Jackie, Jjana, and Pam for hosting such an extraordinary week. Here are some pictures to show you the big event!

Laura and the line-up of the Head Table. Our "aunt" Jackie Tancredo among them.

The hottest ladies arriving at the luncheon!

The lovely tables
My place setting.
Last but not least...the gift bags!

My Congrats to the Lovely Couple!

Moments after he popped the question. Now I can look forward to the big day all summer. Hoorah!

Mom's Day

This year I get the best daughter award on Mother's Day because, ironically, I became a mom myself. After decades of waiting, not to mention hinting, Pam became a grandma at long last. This is one of Max and Pamma's first moments together. Pam is pleased as punch and Max looks like he is drowning in his cheeks (still does.) Happy Mother's Day to my Mom & Max's Pamma.

Do You Tube?

I am wondering if anyone has posted their own videos on You Tube and if you can give me a tutorial. I am thinking of posting some family home video fun of the happenings at casa Walker and am not sure of the best way to do it. Any thoughts?

Having a ball at the Newport Ball!

Last weekend was the Newport Ball. It was a dream come true for anyone who loves to dress up and go dancing.....in a cool, old mansion! We had a great time cutting a rug with good friends and crazy classmates. We made a weekend of it and recruited the NY chapter of the family to come and join us. Thanks Lane, Jamie, Grant and eventually Brit for taking care of Max (while we had a ball) and for a great weekend getaway. Here are some pics and trip highlights.

-the Newport Ball at the Ocean Cliff.
-awesome disco ball and palm tree (fake) at our condo.
-Jamie & Grant preforming their Tai Chi 101 routine (where their young love blossomed.) My favorite maneuver is 'part the wild horse's main.'
- A kicking game of Pictionary, boys vs. girls.
-Max's second visit to The Breakers but first time making it through the tour. Our previous visit in '06 ended abruptly as Max's screaming got me a quick invitation to "exit the mansion at once!"
-Corey and Grant's hand stand (or head stand) competition.
-Chatting with the sisters over Crepes Suzette


The family on the cliff walk the morning after the ball-you can actually see the bags under my eyes even from a distance!

Corey & Max in front of Rosecliff Mansion

Corey and I before the ball!