| The only good thing about all of the construction happening around Northern Virginia is that Troy loves construction equipment, and he gets to see it A LOT. |
| Nana Sue came into town to help the family with baby Lucas and visit with the rest of us as well. She seemed to love her time here! |
| While in town, she visited the Zoo with Troy, Lucas, and Cristy. |
| From the look on her face, she was learning just as much as Troy was! |
| LOOK BEHIND YOU! TRICERATOPS! |
| One night Darren cooked for the whole family. We even got to dine in the famous Red Room. |
| Contrary to the empirical evidence presented, Nathaniel contributed nothing to this meal. |
| Boneless Ribs? Yes please! |
| But doesn't he just look smashing in it nonetheless? |
| Troy laughs at Lucas' pain. |
| "More rice chex please" |
| Troy has been to Springfield Mall a few times and LOVES the train ride through the mall. |
| He likes to get into all the cars. |
| This is where Darren works in Washington D.C. Nathaniel says, "Get a tie on bum!" |
| 102 is the number of people who want Darren to work in their department, even though he doesn't wear a tie. |
| Cristy says, "Families are forever honey. Now SMILE before I break your arm." |