Inauguration

Maggie was delighted to be present for the beginning of a new era when President Obama was sworn in on the West Front of the Capitol on January 20. She was more than happy to brave the cold and the crowds to be part of such a momentous occasion (even if she slept through the vast bulk of the ceremony and address). Maggie hopes that she'll be back again in four years -- and next time she'll be old enough for her parents to hit up one of the inaugural balls.















Maggie with her ticket



















Maggie ready for the cold (5 layers plus outerwear)



















The Capitol all decked-out




















Maggie had to unbutton her coat to show her Obama pride (and get her diaper changed)



















Maggie and her parents just before the ceremony
























Maggie and Mom















Can you spot us in the crowd?



















Our view would have been much better were it not for this tree. Maggie now has a strong dislike for Evergreens




















During the address

Maggie listens closely as the President charts a new course



















As we headed back to Arlington on the subway, Maggie smiled at the prospect of much-needed change