Rocklands (Yes, Again!) & Georgetown Rink

We are busy getting ready for our trip to Rome--so, quick and yummy is on the menu for tonight's dinner with Julia. Plus, it is 28 degrees out. We had the same yummy sausage, brisket, and sides.

Main topic of discussion--Carnegie Mellon mess up! The details are unclear; however, Julia received a notice from CMU that her application was not complete. It appeared that the early decision form was not signed by the college counselor. After sending the counselor an e-mail, she states that the common application has had some issues and she is sure it will not be a problem to fax it tomorrow. Not happy. This is 25 days past the deadline. On a happier note, Chris found out he was accepted at University of Pittsburgh--congrats, Chris!

We went ice skating. It was cold, slightly windy, and fun. Surprisingly, it was not busy at all.

 

Martin's Tavern

This Georgetown, family-owned classic restaurant--open since 1933--is a gem. You can feel the history as soon as you walk in the door. The menu was extensive and everything we ordered was delicious. Our special guest this week was Meme! It was nice to spend time together and share with her all of Julia's updates.

This week, we talked about the looming November 1 deadline. Julia is working on finishing up her Carnegie early decision application, in addition to six other early action applications. Julia also shared Chris's list. He's not applying early decision anywhere, but he has a good list of schools (similar to Julia's, in fact). :)

Steven, Mom, and Julia

Presidents from Truman to George W. Bush have frequented Martin's. Favorite booths are labeled with plaques. 

Petite Crab Cake Appetizer

Rare Bison Burger with Fries.

Grilled Salmon with rice pilaf and broccoli

Seafood Pasta

Ty Cobb Salad

Recommendation: Steven said it was the best bison burger he's ever had.

Restaurant info: 1264 Wisconsin Avenue, NW, Washington, DC, 20007; 202-333-7370; www.martins-tavern.com; info@martinstavern.com

Carnegie Mellon

Carnegie Mellon Sleeping Bag Weekend has to be included on the blog--even though we technically did not eat out together in DC. We will count our lunch together at Carnegie...pasta, marinara and meat sauce, salad, green beans, rolls, and cookies for dessert. Besides talking to each other about the school, the lunch gave us an opportunity to talk to other perspective students, parents, and a current student.

 

The current student (from Silicon Valley) said he loved the school and chose it over Georgia Tech Institute. He pointed out the great recruitment opportunities and hopes to return to California when he graduates. He said that some students can burn out after four years, but it is usually a small number. The best thing he said was that if you are looking for parties, this isn't the school for you. They have a lot of fun, but are serious about their academics and changing the world. Love it.

 

As for Julia and Chris... Julia is going to apply early decision and Chris is undecided. The experience was a bit of a reality check; you met your competition--and there were plenty from the DC metro area (several girls!!). 

Pittsburgh, PA

By far, the two cutest kids attending the event, Chris & Julia.