We saved The National Museum of Air and Space for Scott. He did not want to miss the look on Mason’s face as he gazed upon some of the most wonderful aeronautical creations in the world. Walking into the front lobby is simply breath taking and jaw dropping as you slowly scan from top to bottom some of the most famous space vehicles known to mankind. Some of the highlights included The Wright Brother’s Glider Plane, the X-1 Research Plane flown by Chuck Yeager that broke the sound barrier, and Amelia Earhart's Red Lockheed 5B Vega – the second person (first woman), to make a nonstop solo flight across the Atlantic Ocean. But what was the kids’ highlight of the museum? - The flight simulators. I took Morgan on a Space Rollercoaster ride. It was not much of a ride if you ask me, but perfect for a dainty, four-year-old girl. The boys took on a flight simulator – one you could actually spin upside down. I was very grateful for Scott to take command of that ride, and for the fact we had not eaten lunch yet. Scott said after the first roll, Mason yelled, “Don’t do that again!” But over all they loved the ride! As the crowds started to pour into the museum, we thought it best to move on to other sites. Our next stop – The Metro. It is by far one of the cleanest subway systems I have ever been on before, and cheapest. Hold onto your seat though – it’s a fast and bumpy ride. We ended up by the White House again, and then leisurely walked to the Lincoln Memorial. I wonder how many movies and TV shows have filmed in that area. The kids weren’t very impressed with the statue. I’m not surprised. They have no clue of who he is. Our last stop was at the Korean War Memorial. By now the crowds are multiplying and our legs are ready to retire. We had such a wonderful time in DC and highly recommend it for a fantastic family vacation.
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