The Luck of the Washingtonian
I love this city. I love it more than I can find words to express. There are so many awesome things to do, see, and experience here. None more exciting than the inauguration of the President. The peaceful transfer of power, the pomp and circumstance never fails to make me feel proud of my country. Every four years, the eyes not just of our country, but of the world, are turned toward Washington to witness history. This year, I was lucky enough to attend the inaugural ball, to see the President and First Lady up close, sharing their first dance. It was literally the greatest night I can think of (besides my own wedding ). I'm going to be high about it for weeks. My exciting experience, and the incredible luck of being able to participate in something so special, got me reflecting on just how fortunate I am to live in this city. It's easy to forget, when you hear from your friend on the Hill that they had a lunch meeting with the Speaker (of the House, obviously), or tha