To start off...

They say a picture is worth 1000 words.

This blog started as my personal goal to post a picture each day of my first year living in Washington, D.C. 4 years later, the objective has changed and my posts are much less frequent. I write when I am inspired by an event or experience and do my best to capture feeling and intrigue with the photographs I take. My hope is that somewhere between the pictures and words, you have a glimpse of the inspiration behind each one and that you may experience through them some of the joy and emotion that urges me to share.


(All photography by yours truly)

Saturday, September 18, 2010

The "Original" Washington Monument

Day 247: The first monument built to George Washington was erected in 1827 by the town of Boonsboro, Maryland. I happened to come across a sign on the highway and pulled off to see it. After a short hike you approach a breathtaking view of the valleys as well as this humble monument built for George.

On July 4, 1827, at 7 a.m., most of the 500 inhabitants of the town
assembled in the public square. A dedication service was held at noon. The
volunteers gathered for lunch, and then work was resumed and continued until 4
o'clock, when the monument stood 15 feet (4.6 m) high on a base
54 feet (16 m) in circumference. Plans were made to complete the tower to a
height of 30 feet (9.1 m) "after the busy season," and in the fall of that
year this was done. (Wikipedia)



Day 246: Appalachian Trail




Day 245: My life summed up on my desk wall. Hillsdale. Twins. Washington Prayer. "WHY America is free" article. Picture from Nancy's wedding :)


Day 244: Tell me why I was not aware of the rewards cards for Dick’s before now? Well. I know why. Probably cuz’ my wonderful parents are generally the ones making my purchases there. Well, unfortunately that is no longer the case, so now I’m set to go!

Day 243: Nobody believes you.
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