December 17, 2012

christmas in dc


over the weekend we strolled over to the white house to see the national christmas tree. i love seeing little kids whispering "wow" and couples trying to take self-shots while trying to also get the entire backdrop (we tend to offer to take the pictures for them because we know all too well what this feels - lol).

we first came to see the national christmas tree two years ago when we first moved to the area. we love the big tree, but the little trees running all around the area marked by all 50 states and territories are our favorite. this year we spotted new york, new jersey, maryland and california - all states where we once lived, but unfortunately we missed virginia. somehow we ran into hawaii and it brought up our desire to move there again (this comes up every year or so but never goes anywhere..)

we love christmas in dc. 
we hope you're taking in all the festive lights and sounds of the holidays wherever you may be. 

xoxo, 
jane



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22 comments

  1. Kristin ChoDecember 17, 2012 at 5:03 PM

    Jane I haven't visited you in so long, and as always, I'm blessed by your stories and pictures. Your first vertical shot of the Christmas tree took me by the heart for sure; your eye is so awesome!! I hope you are prepared for the holiday and enjoying wonderful nights with your boys :)

    xo Kristin

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    1. JaneDecember 17, 2012 at 7:57 PM

      Thank you! Hope you are having a wonderful time with family as well!

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  2. .December 17, 2012 at 5:20 PM

    Gorgeous! I really miss home now T.T Where I'm at now doesn't feel like December one bit >,< The weather is still in the mid-upper 70's~ Bummer~ I totally miss all the Christmas lights in our neighborhood<3 We would throw a huge contest in the community & it was loads of fun ^.^

    Anyhow, awesome post & I'm have a Holiday Giveaway on my blog, if you'd like you can stop by & check it out ^.^

    xoxo
    EV
    eviiarty.blogspot.com

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    1. JaneDecember 17, 2012 at 7:58 PM

      Wow! That sounds like a blast! My husband wishes we were actually in warmer weather! :)

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  3. EricaDecember 17, 2012 at 8:20 PM

    Oh, it looks so magical. Carolers and everything. I love how they do a tree for every state. That's a nice touch. :)

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    1. JaneDecember 18, 2012 at 8:47 AM

      It is a great touch. Florida was all orange and citrus-y with their ornaments and Hawaii had a surfer dude ornament :)

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  4. Rowena @ rolala lovesDecember 17, 2012 at 9:00 PM

    Wow the national Christmas tree has such a majestic feel and I love how it's decorated? Do they change it up every year? I'd love to see it in person one of these years. I finally got up to see the tree in Rockerfeller Center last week and that's always a treat despite the crowds.

    We were def. one of the lucky ones with regards to Sandy. How long ago did you live in NY?
    I think Won Bin got hotter when he moved from dramas to film lol ;)

    Rowena @ rolala loves

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    1. JaneDecember 18, 2012 at 8:48 AM

      Nothing beats the tree at Rockefeller! I miss that tree. You know, to be honest, the National Christmas Tree looks sorta the same to me from two years ago unless I'm not remembering correctly :)

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  5. Jane December 17, 2012 at 9:24 PM

    I'm so jealous! I've been here for more than 10 years but have not seen the national christmas tree!
    Maybe I will ask Alex to go there with me this week :)

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    1. JaneDecember 18, 2012 at 8:48 AM

      Awww~~ hope you both have a wonderful time if you decide to go!

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  6. RonnieDecember 18, 2012 at 7:30 AM

    Lovely photos, Jane.
    Ronnie xo

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  7. ErinDecember 18, 2012 at 9:18 AM

    Wow, I would LOVE to go visit this! Unfortunately, being in London, England, it's a little far for me to go ;)

    I'm your 23rd follower! :D Happy to have found your blog; I love your blog banner so much.

    - Erin xo

    365mu.blogspot.co.uk - One girl's attempt at creating 365 different make-up looks in as many days

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    1. JaneDecember 18, 2012 at 6:55 PM

      I bet London is fabulous right now! Would love to go one day!

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  8. KatherineDecember 18, 2012 at 11:13 AM

    What a wonderful looking trip! I love light displays of any sort - and this is definitely a giant national tree!

    <3 katherine
    of corgis and cocktails

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    1. JaneDecember 18, 2012 at 6:55 PM

      I love light displays as well. Puts me right in the Christmas spirit! :)

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  9. livlovelaughDecember 18, 2012 at 2:29 PM

    Oh yea! I went to the DC christmas tree display when I was much younger. Such giant trees they have there!

    Also... I find it impossible to act 'natural' when I get my picture taken. I guess it takes practice... but yea, I always feel so awkward when getting my photo taken. I think you look so cute in your photos~~

    -liv
    http://chocolivlovelaugh.blogspot.kr/

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    1. JaneDecember 18, 2012 at 6:57 PM

      Oh you were here when you were younger! Perhaps you'll get a chance to come back :) And the poses.. I have no idea what to do with my arms and hands! That's the most awkward thing! ;D

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  10. meDecember 19, 2012 at 5:20 AM

    Wow... Just -wow-. I think that is one of the most beautiful displays I've seen showcased! I can only imagine how awesome it must be to see it in person!

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  11. lisacngDecember 21, 2012 at 11:59 AM

    What a wonderful clear shot of that tree! Great job, considering it's so dark out! And I love the little houses too!!

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    1. JaneDecember 21, 2012 at 4:39 PM

      Thanks! I hate shooting at night or low light. But I liked these :)

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