I'm winding down, so some pictures from around the National Mall and Downtown Washington. Not many to go!
As reported in many publications all new and returning Democratic Senators have signed a letter pledging to have filibuster reform. Is it time to make a change, the first since 1975? What is the Planet's POV?
Need a quiet moment? Join me at the national house of prayer.
Three phases of my life (so far) as represented by the foods I ate.
A vexillophile's delight, join me up the hill for a bit of cardio and international diplomacy on Embassy Row.
During the holiday season, the Christmas manger scene is an important symbol for those who believe that the birth of Jesus was the birth of their Savior. It also has importance for those who are only culturally Christian but...
George and Martha Washington cordially invite you to their humble home. Enjoy some peanut soup, and then George's own porter recipe in the music parlor, whilst we listen to Nelly play a minuet on the harpsichord. Don't tarry!
What is the "middle class?"
When I grew up in the 60s and 70s, the middle class was white-collared professionals, all of whom had a university degree. They were doctors, lawyers, teachers, nurses, accountants.
Most people were from solid working class...
This one is mostly indoors boys and girls, so don't worry about the sunscreen lotion and come right in!
Thank you for signing on to the obstructionist dog and pony show contrived by your Republican colleagues in the Senate. Have you signed the “secret” letter being circulated in the hallways of the Senate Building, akin to passing notes in study hall?
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