National Harbor
National Harbor welcomes the Barron family for the 2019 reunion.
View #1
Here's the view from 1 of our 2BR Presidential Reserve balconies .
View #2
Opposite side from the other balcony.
Spacious Living
Nice, spacious living and dining areas w/ high ceilings.
Full Kitchen
Not much transpired in the kitchen but it was nice to have the amenities.
Office Space
The Dining Room table ended up as the office area.
2nd Bedroom
Sally had this room to herself until Kendra joined us.
Master
Spacious living in the master suite.
Tiny Bubbles
We didn't take advantage of the Jacuzzi tub.
Puzzlers
The puzzling had already started when we looked in on Kevin and Tina's room.
E. Poplar Reunion
Headed to Marshall, VA for a reunion with Larry Peters and John Hessenauer.
Texans
Larry and Lynn flew in from Dallas for a long weekend.
Guidry Visit
Kendra and A.J. stopped by to say hello (pictured with John's wife Patty).
Ball Men
Larry, Mike McGowan and Rodney Qualls kick a soccer ball around, while....
Weber
.... John prepares to cook our meal.
Safe Distance
I think he's seen this movie before!
Waiting for Droppings
The opportunist awaits food while Rodney and Mike chew the fat.
The Gang
A portion of the PVHS Class of 1981 from left to right - John Hessenauer, Rodney qualls, Larry Peters, Patty Hawkins Hessenauer, Mike McGowan, Rick Barron and Sean Prosser.
Morning Walk
Out for a walk the next morning with Anita.
Who's This?
Think this guy could use a little cover!!
Marilyn
Enjoying a Moment w/ a Screen Icon.
The Whole Thing
A view of the entire pier.
MGM
We did venture over to the MGM the previous evening for dinner and gaming.
Overcast
Looks like a fall day.
Lunar Lander
Headed into DC w/ Tina and the kids to see the Women of Egypt exhibit at the National Geographic Museum. Then a quick visit to the Air & Space Museum.
Puzzled
The puzzle was complete when we returned, so....
More Puzzling
.... the started on the 2nd one!
Jumpers
Flying through the air with the greatest of ease (I don't think this is what Mr. Barnum or Bailey had it mind).
Air Force One
We chose not to tour the replica of Air Force One.
Wheel Bound
A beautiful day to ride the Ferris Wheel.
The Harbor
Far fewer boats than the previous time we visited National Harbor.
Main Drag
Nice view down the main drag of National Harbor.
Woodrow Wilson
The Woodrow Wilson Bridge connecting VA and MD across the Potomac River.
Grinners
Kendra and A.J. are enjoying the ride.
The Nats
Heading to Nationals Park to watch the Nats play the Colorado Rockies.
We're Here
It started to sprinkle as we entered. We took refuge in the gift shop before moving to....
Take Me Out
Dinner and a ball game (and the Nats won).
Our Team (minus one)
The Barron clan (minus Anita).
Deep Dive
We left early to make sure we could ride the Metro back to the cars.
Buried
New meaning to being buried in the sand.
Water Taxi
Heading to Olde Towne Alexandria on the Water Taxi.
Our Route
A short skip across the Potomac.
Relaxing
Sally and Anita are enjoying the ride.
Wheeled
A different perspective of the Capital Wheel.
Draw Bridge
The bridge can open to allow tall ships through.
Perspective
River-side view of National Harbor.
Close-Up
A close-up of the AF1 replica.
Distance
Distant view of National Harbor.
Inbound
Inbound jets to Washington Reagan.
Pick One
Maybe we selected the wrong chariot?
Mia's
Let's EAT!
Great Tavern
LOTS of character in Mia's place.
Pizza Anyone?
I think I will (and did).
Pre-Consumption
Tina and the kids joined us for lunch via Uber.
Water View
We're very close to the Potomac.
Head Space
Interesting wall paper in the Men's room.
Post-Consumption
Let's head out to Olde Towne, but first.....
Pop's
.... Who wants dessert?
Waiting
Where's A.J.'s?
Historic
We enjoyed a brief walk through Olde Towne.
Fountained
This is the life in Olde Towne before....
Twins
... heading back across the river.
Coming Home
Returning to National Harbor.
Sunners
Sunning themselves on the top deck.
Sunset Dinner
Sally and Kendra enjoy a moment before dinner.
Gaylorders
Exploring the Gaylord after the Richmond Barron's headed home.
Shoreline
Walking back along the shore of the river.
The Johnson's
Stopped in to see Bobbie and Bruce Johnson on the way to Kendra's for our farewell dinner. Had a GREAT one. looking forward to seeing everyone in 2020!