Mood:  happy

Hi everyone,

It is now 10:30 at night on Wednesday and I just got back to the hotel.  We went around the city today which looked empty compared to yesterday!  Went to Ford's Theater but it is still closed for renovations so we went to the Peterson house where Lincoln died.  We then walked to the White House and saw the viewing stand President Obama was in to watch the parade.  We then went to the memorials, Lincoln, Korean, WWII, and Vietnam.  As usual the Vietnam Wall was the most emotional with notes placed at the wall.  I have walked miles and the 8th grade is going to have a tough time keeping up with me in D.C.

I was explaining to my nephew about the view from the White House to the Jefferson Memorial and how trees were cut down for a clear view to Jefferson.  Two women overheard me and asked for it explained.  They then invited me to lunch for a lesson!!  I didn't go but I was thrilled someone wanted a history lesson!

Overall, the experience has been overwhelming and again today, people were happy, polite, and wonderful.  I will hate to leave but I guess I must get back.  See you all soon.

Love, Mrs. Weber

Mood:  celebratory

Hi Everyone,

It was good to come into class this morning.  It has been such an incredible experience to be here.  I truly believe I have witnessed Americans at one of their finest moments.  The people have been so wonderful and happy.  The mood is the most uplifting experience.  Being at the inauguration was something I would not have been able to miss.  Today we are going back into the city in hopes of getting into Ford's Theater.  We, of course, plan to souvenir shop also.  I will report again tonight and I have video for you when I get back.  I'm anxious to relay the experience.

Love, Mrs. Weber

Mood:  celebratory

Hello everyone,

It is Monday night and I spent the day in the mall.  Everyone is happy, friendly, and the spirit here is incredible.  The best thing happened.  We were on the corner of 6th and Massachusetts when the motorcade came by with Barack Obama.  Tons of secret service and police escorted him.  The best was that I actually saw him!  He was in the window of the limo, smiling and waving.  I almost fell over. We all started screaming and waving.  It was truly awesome.  I cannot wait until tomorrow.

Mrs. Weber

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Mood:  happy

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