We're back after a fabulous time with family in America
I'm wrapped to report that Poppy has turned out to be an amazing little traveler. From the moment we set off to the day we returned, she was dragged and pulled in every direction, with little complaint and tons of charm.
We were generously spoilt (by family) but unfortunately also hugely angered by our airline UNITED. Before I share the good times, I really must get this off my chest. United are shit, do not fly with them! A summary of their customer service: What customer service? A bunch of incompetent, tired, old, NQR morons..... thank goodness for the kindness of fellow passengers who did everything from carry bags, pushed strollers, played with, held & even fed Poppy!
Now, moving right along.
My Birthday celebrations continued in the States (first time I was in the States for my Birthday in 21 years), was great to celebrate with my sister and her family and Dad and Ada. Luke arranged for flowers and a balloon to be delivered, exceptional work!The Bat Mitzvah itself was Superb with my niece Maya putting on a performance to be proud of. I really liked her female Rabbi too, very relaxed and modern. Poppy ensured she was heard too, she sang from both ends!
This is the only decent photo I have from the Bat-mi, Maya, I'm waiting on the official shots!
At the reception caught up with more family, this time from NY and was thrilled to meet some of Maya's little friends. The festivities around the Bat-mi, ensured we ate NON STOP!
Shopping was also on the cards of course and while I was slow to start (sister you were so worried!), I kind'a made up for it in the end (and I mean the very end, even in the airport!). How could I dare leave behind a replica Presidential limousine (you know the one, it's now rocket proof!) and Presidential mints?
One of my favourite stores: Lego!Other highlights included
A day in the city visiting the monuments. Failed to spot the Obamas but did see a White House sniffer dog who could have potentially once sniffed the President, or at least his security entourage.
At the Lincoln memorial
This is MY official White House photo
Visiting some of our old haunts
Our house and street in Rockville
A stroll around Georgetown.... beautiful! The only place I drank real coffee, oh how I missed Luke's lattes.
Supermarket shopping. My sentimental eating reached epic proportions as I scoffed down bowls of my favourite childhood cereal (Cocoa Puffs) and prayed that my teeth and gut wouldn't explode.
And simply having quality time with the family and sharing little Poppy 
around. 
Left: The one in the middle is my cousin from Chicago
