Washington, DC

Today was a half day @ work in Washington, DC and the only time I'll get to really see the 'tourist' type things...so I made the most of the afternoon and got to see everything I wanted. First of all, I really like Washington -- definitely have to come back with Katie, it would be a fun City to be in together.

Of the highlights -- I really liked the Lincoln Memorial. It is massive. Lincoln's statue is 20 feet high, and seems very large, but the massive chamber he is in still really dwarfs it. The White House was very cool too -- they are in the process already of constructing the stage area, etc. for Obama's inauguration ceremony. Really it all is remarkable as you easily wander the area and see the iconic structures of America and their history -- Washington Monument, all the war memorials (WWII is a favorite, and the Korean War a close second), Oh - actually the Pentagon has a fantastic 9/11 memorial - very cool at night.

Washington Monument and the Reflection Pool -- Lincoln Memorial

OK - As you can see, I took in tons today and I'm ready to come home. (xo) But if you get a chance to come here, you won't be disappointed!

ps - Grant, you would very much be in your element here - I'm sure you'd love it!