Every time I go to Washington DC I have a good time and learn something new. It is important to explore your surroundings, which for us includes the nation’s capital since it is less than an hour from my house. This year I have already been to DC multiple times. I tried out several places to eat during the restaurant week, watched a play at the Folger Shakespeare Library, and walked around the US Capital area. DC is not a big city, but it does have world-class sites and plenty of really good places to eat.
Get out there
When I lived in Europe I made it a point to get out and about as much as possible on a regular basis. I saw a lot, and have the pictures to prove it. It is too easy to get lazy and lull yourself into boredom these days. Between television and the Internet, we now have the ability to entertain ourselves at the touch of a button, a few clicks of the mouse, or the flick of a switch.
Explore the local area
But, it is far more fulfilling to get out there and see the world, especially the one in your own backyard. We will start to get more proactive and hit the road for an adventure on a more regular basis to include trips into the city. Who knows what great adventures lie in wait for us this year.
I pray heaven to bestow the best of blessings on this house and all who shall hereafter inhabit it. May none but honest and wise men ever rule under this roof.
John Adams quote in the White House State Dining Room
I am Doug Keating and this is my letter to sons.