Buzzards and Brides on the GW Parkway

We haven’t taken a ride that way for quite some time. So after our morning walk in the neighborhood this morning we got in the car and drove towards DC. But instead of turning off, we kept going towards Alexandria. Instead of turning off there, we continued on along the GW Parkway to Mount Vernon. I always love to drive on the GW Parkway. Unfortunately 

we came across a few deer and a fox who didn’t quite make it crossing the street. Otherwise at this time of year it is particularly beautiful driving along the Potomac River. We used to stop at the restaurant on Lucia Lane that sits across from the river. Today in the 46 degree weather there was an outdoor wedding in process. The view from the restaurant is exceptional. Up the street was a flock of Turkey buzzards feasting on something. When we reached Mount Vernon the parking lot looked quite full. It’s a great place to walk any time of the year. We then circled around the entry to Mount Vernon it would be 14 miles to DC on the way back, then 8 more to our house. We usually take a ride to Vienna on Sunday, but wanted to do something else today. It was worth it.