I flew into Dulles and stayed the first evening with Georgetown friend, Stephen, and his wife and new baby. This is the first of many children I would meet on this trip. He's cute!
One thing about this trip - I have really good friends. Everywhere I went, I had a place to sleep and many offers to stay over anytime. It's a nice feeling. And friends - you're always welcome to come stay with me in LA.
I woke up the first morning, realizing I'd left my makeup bag at home. Doh! Not that I'm a super girly girl, but I mean, c'mon. I needed some makeup. I caught the bus from VA into DC, popped into Angelle's house and went shopping for makeup and clothes. It was so humid, and I didn't really pack appropriately. Totally forgot how to dress. Nor did I have an outfit for the big reunion class party on Saturday night. The below is not what I wore, but it was a good humid weather option.
I spent the afternoon having lunch with an old coworker and exploring some old sites - touristy, yes. I love this building.
I wanted to see as many people as I could, so I held court each Thursday evening at a different spot and invited people to drop in and say hello. First night, Hill County BBQ's outdoor picnic at the National Building Museum. Lovely idea and great place to meet up.
Robin came by with her husband and baby (he's cute!) and Kirsten came (she recently left CA to head back to DC - I guess I can forgive her).
And Xavi stopped by!
Squirmy babies. Sorry your eyes are closed, Robin.
My old walk to work, down Mass Ave and M St.
Jacinda showed up from Pittsburgh on Friday, and the reunion fun started. We took the ole G2 to campus. I wonder how many hours I've spent waiting for that bus.
Jacinda and Angelle's old house from senior year. It was open for some construction work, so we popped in to say hello.
The ever gorgeous Healy.
During reunion weekend you can stay in the dorms, which Brian elected to do. Oh, Village C!
How did all my clothes fit in that tiny wardrobe?!
Get ready for a campus tour. My favorite stairs, in Healy Hall.
Other nice stairs.
Rob was on campus!
The new business school is gorgeous. Where was that when I was in school?! Funny enough, I just met someone who works for a woodworking company company, and this was one of their projects.
Jan Karski. I got to meet him my first year of school, before I realized his Georgetown connection. Had to say hello to his statue. Go read up if you don't know anything about him.
I hopped across the river to say hello to Christian and Christina and to meet Atticus!
Somehow that night, we snagged a table at Little Serow, which I've been reading about for months. Lucky that Angelle (who I was staying with) lives around the corner so we put our name on the list and got to relax at home before dinner. I was really happy about this option.
No substitutions, just take what you're served, family style. Cool retro vibe, dark basement, with amazing northern Thai.
After dinner we had a night tour of the monuments. It's nice to have a car in DC.
Saturday we headed back to campus for the picnic, and to see some panels/attend some classes by old professors. So glad that Crystal and Rich came down for the day, leaving a new baby at home in CT!
Wasn't expecting to see Ben and Andrea, but I saw them across the lawn and ran after them like a fool.
The old freshmen dorm in the background, where Angelle and I first met. Roomies!
Harbin 3 for life.
Saturday night - the big class party. There was one on Friday night, too, but we opted to just spend our money on one.
Salamanca Dos Mil Dos Epic Party Crew members - Luke and Rob.
Fellow Okie!
Delivery of Wisey's at midnight. Bless the Burger Madness.
Class of 2003 party wrapped up at midnight, so we popped down to Class of 2008 to crash their party for a bit.
And then this happened on our way to break into our old dorm.
Angelle and I recreated our 1999 Sound of Music performance. This is the gazebo scene.
We used to sit at these desks and type to each other on AIM. Remember those days?
Oh, the 'bin. That got renovated right after we moved out.
More late night exploration in Healy, cause I love this classroom.
We decided to drive to Adams Morgan for Jumbo Slice.
We are way too old for these shenanigans.
The next day I joined Angelle and friends for the Washington Post Hunt, which is not a scavenger hunt, but a giant logic puzzle through the city. It was fun and nerdy, and I loved it. Go see if you can solve some puzzles after looking at these clue photos.
I had to leave before we were finished, off to North Carolina!
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