"I believe the children are our future..." Credit: photo by Kim Falgout

Our sweet friend Kim and her young daughter Maddie pulled together a last-minute trip to Washington, D.C. to witness the historic Inauguration of Barack Obama. They have finally landed away from the hustle and bustle and near Internet access long enough to send in these pics. Click the gallery link above and enjoy!

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