Kevin had to go to Pennslvania 3 times for work. One of the times overlapped with Grammy being here to watch the kids' dance performances, so I took that opportunity to join him for the weekend so we could explore DC.
First we took a tour through Gettysburg. When you read about those battles you don't realize the magnitude of such a place. Acres upon acres of land and to think they were on foot ... crazy and really neat to see.
Gettysburg National Cemetery and the place of the Gettysburg Address
All the battlefields and especially the cemetery had such a solemn reverence for sure
Then it was to DC for all the site seeing...
Washington Monument
Lincoln Memorial
Vietnam Veterans Memorial
White House
All of the memorials were humbling, but my favorite was the Arlington National Cemetery. There was such a reverence there. I think everyone needs to visit these National Cemeteries to get a glimpse of the magnitude of those who gave their lives for our freedom. Truly. They demand our respect. Not only those who gave their lives, but those who serve in the military today and also the police and service members who risk their lives every day to keep us and our communities safe. Words aren't enough.
Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
Exploring Georgetown
We also spent a couple hours exploring the Inner Harbor in Baltimore before I caught my flight home which was pretty fun
