With many highlights – and ones that so many others have experienced before us – spending time with Luke Holland from Senator Inhofe’s office was pinnacle. He took us on a private tour of the Capitol Building, including a ride in the tram which transports Senators from the Russell Senate offices underground to the Capitol Building. There is a digital clock placed near the tram so that the Senators know how many minutes they have remaining to cast their vote, as each vote is only open for 15 minutes. The Building was a humbling experience, and makes one reflect on what each of us are doing as citizens to help – are we making history in our own lives and communities.
Mark, the girls and I enjoyed talking with Senator Inhofe’s wonderful staff, and stopped in to say hi to staffers in John McCain’s office (they are not even from AZ!). We met Patrick in Senator Edward Kennedy’s office – his parents are friends with Senator Tom Kennedy, who we will meet to share the WaterIsLife.com story in Boston.
Throughout our few day visit in D.C, we were able to take in the Library of Congress, Supreme Court, The National Mall, Washington and Lincoln Memorials, International Trade Center, Smithsonian, Blair House, White House and Veteran’s Memorial.
We felt pride in our Country and its progress, and the girls realized more than ever the significance of those that founded and fought for our nation, but the ever present thought was the amount work yet to be done.
We visited with Iranian Americans on day 25 of a Hunger Strike. Olivia digested the purpose of the strike, and balanced that with two days of visiting landmarks and memorials representing our free nation…
The Mystical Adventures of Billy Owens download
I anticipate a return trip, hopefully with Ken Surritte, WaterIsLife.com Founder, for an opportunity to delve deeper into the USAID and FEMA sector of government.
The Magic of Ordinary Days dvdrip
On to Quakers and Philly Cheese Steaks in Pennsylvania!
Do they offer vegetarian Cheese Steaks, dare I ask.
Hi Kristine and family
I am so inspired by your “moxie” as you relentlessly pursue the cause!! I will pray for open doors and open ears as you spread the word!
Ken and I lived in DC when we were in elementary school, and for me, Jr High. I remember when the tram from the capital to the Senate first opened, I was on a field trip with my class and we got to ride it. Loved seeing the picture of it again! Thanks for all you are doing!
Dalene