Checking-in with our MTW on the Scene:
“Not as cold today - a few random snowflakes.
We are experimenting with the best way to get to the Inauguration tomorrow and had several "dry runs" on Sunday. My sister-in-law ventured in to the city via the Metro and joined the 400,000 at the Opening of the Inaugural Ceremonies. They heard Obama's welcome address and two hours of star-studded musicians playing in front of The Lincoln Memorial.
There is something to do everywhere you look: "Quilts for Obama" at the Washington Historical Society, "Songs for Presidents" - a performance of 43 songs about 43 presidents, and an exhibit of 40 of the most historic front pages of the Washington Post.
Meanwhile my brother rode his bike 7 miles to the Mall to see which bridges are open. The strangest sight he took in was the lines of soldiers along the pathways and security fencing. It didn’t feel like the United States to see so many army personnel so highly present and visible, but much care is being taken in hopes that we can all enjoy "This Moment, This Time.”
Ellen
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