New York: Day 3 - A day in DC
Today, I took the train down to Washington, DC and my first observations are that every American should make this trip at least once in their life. I had friends who made the trip previously tell me that you can really only enjoy the DC sites while taking a few days. I attest to that, because I had just six hours and was only able to hit the big memorials - like the Lincoln, Vietnam and World War II memorials - and buildings - the White House, Capitol, and even the famed Watergate Hotel.
The two that effected me the most was the Vietnam Memioral and the Eternal Flame of John F. Kennedy's Grave Site.
Due to the sunlight, I was unable to get a good picture of the Vietnam Wall, but I did find the name of my cousin, Kris Perdomo, who was killed in 1970. I felt a variety of emotions, but mainly knowing that these aren't just names on the Wall, they all have meaning, to their family and friends, just as Kris was to our family.
While I couldn't get a good picture of the Wall, here's a photo of the Vietnam Memorial
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I got this shot of the Eternal Flame. It's a site I've always wanted to see, since JFK is my favorite president.
This is a closest you can get to the White House, since due to 9/11, tours are very limited.
Here's also a shot of the U.S. Capitol.
Well, Thursday will be my final day on the east coast and I'm looking forward to it, since I will get to experience the "Greatest Rivalry in Sports" when the Yankees host the hated Red Sox.
Comments
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Posted by: ma344zda | August 14, 2008 5:29 PM
JCAZ
Probably not as old as you but yes I did serve. Voluntarily. Six years Navy four years reserve. From one vet to another thanks for your service.
Now Mike Hunt I have evals to prove my service and a honorable discharge hanging on my wall. I guess thats enough to back up my Sh it
Posted by: J Bowden | July 5, 2008 8:35 AM
Well Bowden... jcaz called you out now back up your $hit!
Posted by: Mike Hunt | July 4, 2008 3:57 PM
J Bowden
You must be confused here or perhaps you did'nt quite read what I wrote.
I was talking about the Boston-NY garbage that we seem to get shoved down our collective throat every baseball season.
I said that I could "name at least 10 rivalries that are biger to the folks where they live" that NY-Boston.
As for service to my country, how about 6 years United States Marine Corps and anothre 5 more years for the California National guard.
Tell me about you're service and how many of you're friends that were killed or wounded in action.
Posted by: jcaz | July 4, 2008 12:28 AM
Top Dog be the top dog and acknowlege Steve Ramirez and not Fred for the pics.
Fred I hear from a reliable source is on the Riviera.
Posted by: Blog Fan | July 3, 2008 6:00 PM
I guess jcaz didnt serve. Those are great photos of the memorials and in times like these with all the men and women who are giving so much in sacrifice for YOUR FREEDOM You need to show a little respect JCAZ
Posted by: J Bowden | July 3, 2008 8:58 AM
Have a good time on the east coast, but don't get caught up in the east coast hype of the "greatest rivalry in sports."
Boston and New York is a nice little story, but I can name you at least ten rivalies that are bigger to the folks where they live than that silly east coast garbage.
Posted by: jcaz | July 3, 2008 12:31 AM
Good for you freddy have a great time out there
Posted by: Top Dog Crowned | July 2, 2008 11:17 PM