Riverfront Loft

Our digs for the next week. A renovated 19th century warehouse used to store goods that were shipped up and down the Potomac. It is very spacious and light with a rooftop deck that has views of theBaca lagi
Chop Shop Taco

Tacos and margaritas located in an old auto body shop. Tasty !
Memories.....

When Heather was living in DC, we came over to Old Town Alexandria. They were just beginning to revitalize the area. I remember going to a former torpedo factory which was being used by artists.Baca lagi
Virtue Feed and Grain

Happy hour amounts in this town. We are revisiting a favorite from our last trip.
Calories Be Damned

Our loft is in the third floor. 40 steps up and 40 steps to get back down. Calories, schmalories.
Ooooooh, aaaaaaah

In Old Town the trees are lit most everywhere. We stopped to admire a particularly picturesque street and were delighted to see a rainbow as well. First time I’ve ever seen one this close to evening.
The National Mall

Beautiful, partly cloudy day. With a spring in our step we spent the day walking and exploring the National Mall. I remember the first time I walked the mall was when I was visiting Heather. She wasBaca lagi
Lincoln Memorial

Our first stop, the Lincoln Memorial.
The Korean War Veterans Memorial

Incredibly moving memorial. Worth visiting.
The memorial commemorates the sacrifices of the 5.8 million Americans who served in the U.S. armed services during the three-year period of the KoreanBaca lagi
Vietnam Veterans Memorial

The memorial includes the names of over 58,000 servicemen and women who gave their lives in service in the Vietnam Conflict. The memorial includes the Vietnam Veterans Memorial "Wall," the "ThreeBaca lagi
World War II

Very meaningful memorial because of dad’s service. Two separate sections were symbolic of the two different fronts of the wary. First thing I noticed was that the granite pillars with the statesBaca lagi
The White House

Turns out they are in the process of upgrading the perimeter fence for security purposes. Last time I was able to go right up to the fence. Not the case this time.
Washington Monument

Impressive as always.....
U.S. Capitol Cafe

After a long walk, time for lunch. Surprisingly delicious food in the cafe located on the bottom floor of the Capitol. Like a food court, with fresh delicious food. We shared a roast turkey sandwichBaca lagi
U.S. Capitol

We were able to get into the last tour before everything shut down due to the Corona Virus. Great, free tour.
Library of Congress

We were able to avoid another security check by taking the tunnel underground from the Capitol to the Library of Congress. We got to see the books that Jefferson sold to them for $24,000. There wereBaca lagi
The Supreme Court

Last time I was visiting Heather and came here, the Supreme Court was getting ready to listen to a case about VCR tapes. Actors had their knickers in a twist about not being properly compensated. WeBaca lagi
Landini Brothers

After a quick happy hour at Virtue Grain and Feed, we headed to an Italian restaurant recommended by our Air B&B, the Landini Brothers. Delicious food. Grilled romaine salads to start. Brian had aBaca lagi
Jackson 20

Breakfast before heading to the Smithsonian. We were hungry so forgot to take photos. :-(
Creative Take on Comforting Southern Dishes with Locally Sourced Ingredients in Alexandria. SophisticatedBaca lagi
National Gallery of Art

Last time I was here was right after my college art history class. Just as exciting to see so many masters first hand including the only DaVinci currently in America. Also,a current exhibit was DegasBaca lagi
Magnolia on King

After happy hour on our rooftop deck, time for dinner.
Pengembara
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Pengembara
The loft is VERY spacious indeed!’
PengembaraA room with a VIEW!!