Thanksgiving fun

We didn't do much for Thanksgiving this year. We were on our own for the first time in many years. It was a little strange to have such a small affair. Prime rib was on the menu instead of the traditional turkey, and it turned out really well. Chris and I also tried out his mom's famous dinner roll recipe. We totally nailed it! They were so tasty and soft. Definitely going to make them a staple.

I went in to work for a bit that night and then the next day was spent hiking and putting up our Christmas tree and decorations. It was really fun to play Christmas music and dance around the house in our jammies sipping on hot apple cider.

On Saturday we decided to take the kids to check out George Washington's estate at Mt. Vernon. Chris and I had been there once before but the crowds were too big to really enjoy it. Thankfully this was the perfect weekend to go. The weather was cool, but nice and there weren't too many people to contend with.

The estate was set up for Christmas and we got to see Aladdin the camel.

The main house where George and Martha Washington lived. We got to walk though all 3 stories of the house and saw the very bed where he died in 1799. Unfortunately we couldn't take pictures inside.

The estate is huge with animal areas, lots of garden/farming areas, servants quarters, cemeteries, and a large museum/visitor center.

It's also where George and Martha Washington are entombed along with several other members of their family.

The view of the Potomac River from the mansion's back porch. It's gorgeous out there. 

Me and my girls on a perfect day! 

We had a great time learning all kinds of things about our first President. We even saw his dentures made out of animal teeth and ivory. It was a perfect activity for our mini holiday vacation.