The Christmas Camel

It was sunny and in the 50's today here in incomparable Northern Virginia, and so we decided to go to Mt. Vernon for a nice walk and diversion.  They open the third floor of the mansion only in December, and we knew the annual Christmas camel would be there.  Some of you might remember the camel.  He's brought in every Christmas because George Washington brought one in for the holidays in like 1797 for the entertainment of his guests.  Some might also remember a blog posting of several years back, when I seemed to be irresistible to said dromedary.  Alas, he seemed unimpressed with me this time.  Herein I offer photos of this most pleasant day.  Enjoy!

 

Playing in the Fog

As a segue from my previous post... I also like water when it hangs in tiny droplets in the immediate atmosphere, i.e., fog.  There were dense fog warnings yesterday, and they did not disappoint.  I love walking in fog.  I was in a bit of a bad mood yesterday and determined to get out into the fog and enjoy myself.  So I went down to the Potomac and the GW (i.e., George Washington) Parkway and frolicked.  The photos below give a sense of the magic.  I spent about 2 hours of bliss in various places along the river, and my mood went from sour to mirthful and content.  Amazing what a little fog will do for me.

Belle Haven Park (looking toward the Potomac)

Park Marina

Woodrow Wilson Bridge

Jones Point Park

Jones Point Lighthouse (venue for our wedding in October)