The author took a trip to Washington D.C. for the first time with their family. They drove three hours to get there, took the Metro around the city (though got on the wrong train once), and visited several popular tourist destinations like the White House, Smithsonian Zoo, and Capitol building. They also went to the boys' favorite restaurant, Nando's, and had coffee and burgers at other local spots. The author thanks Poppy for taking them on the trip.