Washington DC
















We had a great time touring the nation's capitol with Gabe's 8th grade class. Can't wait to go back and spend some time at the Smithsonian and tour the Capitol building and the National Archives. We saw many of the monuments. Gabe's favorites werethe Washington Monument and loved Iwo Jima, Korean and Vietnam War Memorials. Brought tears to your eyes, goosebumps on your arms.

We also spent time at Arlington National Cemetery and a few kids from his class helped lay a wreath on the tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Amazing. Best of all, we were there just before Memorial Day and all of the flags were flying high.

HEIDBREDER CHALLENGE

Anyone ready to shed a few pounds? Amy has come up with a Biggest Loser Challenge for the entire family. We will strive for a healthier life style and try and keep each other motivated on line and by weighing in each Monday night.

We also know that money is a motivator. Amy is putting together an outline for petty penalties. For example, if we don't work out three times a week for 20 minutes, we will owe $1 into the "kitty". When we all get together this summer, we will determine who lost the most and they will get the money we have all been putting into our penalty kitty.

Are you in?? I am going to see if this blog format will work for us to post pictures and progress, so bookmark this page and keep your eyes posted.

Stay tuned for Amy's outline!