While we were there, Lily learned to write with a quill pen (its messy!) and Jeff learned to make a beeswax candle.
We also got to sign the Declaration of Independence. Go America!
Then we went to the National Archives where a special event was taking place. An "Old Guard" with a drum and fife band brought out the flag and then someone sang the National Anthem. It was really moving.
We skipped out a little bit early, during the speaker, to find a spot to watch the parade. It was essential for us to find a spot in the shade. We found a great spot and enjoyed our time waiting for the parade by playing together and eating lunch.
The parade was really outstanding. Probably the best parade I've ever seen outside of a Disney theme park. They invited marching bands from all over the country to perform and there were lots of balloons.
We took an afternoon break so that the girls could get a good nap and stay awake for the fireworks. After our break, we went and set up our "spot" at the Iwo Jima Memorial and then walked over to Arlington National Cemetery.
Then we ate dinner and waited for the sun to go down. And, man, was it HOT!
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