Getting ready...

"I’m sitting here in my long underwear plus two more layers of clothing over that.
It is 24 degrees in Atlanta – what on earth is the weather going to be like in Washington DC tomorrow?

I am driving north in the morning with my sister-in-law and two of my nieces age 12 and 15. We are determined to witness the inauguration of our 44th president of the United States. We have a full tank of gas, plenty of reading material, snacks, and pillows. We will stay at my brother’s house in Falls Church, VA.

The rest of my family has other priorities; camping in FL, playing roller hockey, attending an Atlanta Thrashers game. But for me, this feels important. I want to be a part of the crowd of Americans who also want to be there. Does that make sense?

My mother thinks I am nuts to go; too cold, too many crowds, too dangerous. We will see."

MTW Ellen Hayes is posting her experiences at this week's Historic Inauguration. Check back for more, and thanks for sharing with us, Ellen!