Great Falls

Considering it was such a beautiful summer day (one of the last potentially) we decided to take a family trip to Great Falls Va, and watch the rushing water, and see how high the water table was and how fast the water was rushing after all the wet weather we had.
Two was one of the most excited to be out and about, and she struck a familiar pose (one that she's struck from Mt. Rose, to Great Falls, meaning, much like Jed's "distant stare" from the mid-90's to late 2000's she too has made the same face from coast to coast!).


The scenery was grand, and everything was wet and green. Here is a second little falls that we dubbed "Little Falls" right near great falls.

So much water still running down the streams from the recent heavy weather activity.

The falls were almost not even "falling" because there was so much water in the river. Typically that is a 75-90 foot drop, and with all the water in the river, it just looked like a rapid. CRAZY FULL!

Imogen got the luxury position of riding on Jed's back, while two (unfortunately leashed) lead the way for seeking out gold and treasures within the falls park. (none were found).

Dilly had a safe and secure spot nestled up against Tiffany's chest. So, while dilly enjoyed the outdoors, she basically slept for the whole hike. Nice work if you can get it.


After the hike, we sat on the tailgate and had a snack. Imogen showed off her sweaty hairdo. Que bonita!


Jed got to hang out with all of his girls that day. Who'd of thunk that he would one day be so surrounded by girls and love it so much (ah who are we kidding, we always knew that he'd love being surrounding by girls the big softie)


Undaunted explorers ready for any obstacle that befalls them.


Such a nice day.


After the hike, it was time to pack everyone up and head home. All aboard their car seats (aka their mobile napping stations)

Cordelia is 4 months old!

From a stalin-esque pose rising in the distance, I command you to respect Cordelia June Bodger's 4th month.

So, in standard Bodger tradition, we are following the monuments that we hit with Iggy in the same order for Dilly. This being the 4th month, the time is right for a trip to the Roosevelt memorial on Roosevelt island.


Dilly snuggled right up to the former president, and the Bully Moose party.


Finding a spot right within his arms, much like the multitude of his own children did.


How can you not love the stalin-esque pose of the statue, recreated by Imogen and Jed, with Two looking on forlornly.


Tiffany enjoyed the statue as well, but didn't want to strike the pose.


Still not posing.


Dilly and Dad (guess which one was enjoying this moment - hint, it is only one of us).


Here's dilly, enjoying the fresh air (aka the air once we got her out of her poop stained onesie)






Imogen loves these little outings too. She loves to run around the monuments, and try to see what she can find, or what she can see that she didn't see the first time around when we brought her to these places for her own set of monument pictures.



The similarities are uncanny:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cds7lSHawAw&feature=youtube_gdata_player

Dilly WAS 3 months old.

We have been terrible lately about updating the blog but life with two little very busy girls is happening and keeping us on our toes and away from our little site. But, with a few minutes to spare, here are some pictures of our day at the Lincoln Monument in honor of Dilly turning 3 months old.


Dilly is so excited to see Lincoln that she can hardly contain herself.


Trying to get the perfect shot. Too far


Dilly, Over here...


No look this way....


Dill, Enough with the bubbles.


That's a cute attempt at a smile...


Got it! PERFECT!


We were feeling so great about out photographic genius with that last photo of Dilly that we attempted to take a family picture. First attempt - Fail (although Jed looks great).


Much better...


We finally decided to hand over the camera to ensure that the entire family made it into the photo.


Iggy putting up with all this photographing-malarkey.


Dilly and Jed. Gorgeous!


Iggy having just about enough of Lincoln - she's more of a FDR girl.


Gazing out toward the beautiful reflecting pool. Wait, what?


More of what is left of the reflecting pool. Hopefully it will be repaired and up and running again in the near future.


Imogen playing tour guide... She forgot her yellow umbrella to lead the way.


Putting her tour guide status on hold and opting for a lift from Dad.


Look at this beef cake.


All in all, Dilly and the gang all enjoyed themselves on this little 3 month outting.

Here are some random videos of our little Dill Pickle.