A Dream Come True

This year in school I took American Government. I've had a love of government for a while, but it really intensified as I studied it this year! I have wanted to go to Topeka so badly and see the Capitol. Sooo... as a birthday present, Mom & Dad surprised me and took Trevor, Elizabeth, and I to Topeka on Monday to celebrate my 18th birthday! It was so much fun; I loved it!

So Beautiful

A Rep in Training : P

No significance, I just liked the shot. : )

That's real gold in the paint!

The dome was under construction, as you can see. : )

Neat architecture 

Special people in my life : )

Sorry this is kinda random in the middle; we ate here for lunch!

In the governor's ceremonial desk!

Sorry sideways; the judge, the secretary, and the lawyer!

One of our congressmen!

comfy sofa!

In the elevator...

Behind the governor's desk again...

Ahhh... one of my favorites! 

I'm sitting in one of the judge's seats!!!! It felt so amazing!

We don't look like tourists...

Mother and Daughter

America's rising generation of judges : P

Thank you so much mom and dad for taking me!!!! It was definitely one of the best birthday gifts I've ever received! Until next time, Topeka!