Christmas in DC

It’s too cold to take a morning walk on the National mall. It feels more like Wisconsin than Virginia. That’s one of the reasons we escaped from the Midwest sixteen years ago. Today we walked in the condo garage just to get in at least some exercise. But over the last few weeks we have visited Capitol Hill to take in the Christmas decorations. We lived there for thirteen years and have visited many of the same places so many times before. Even before we moved to DC we visited those same places. So today’s blog is a compilation of images of some of our favorite spots. The Christmas trains at the US Botanic Gardens are always a treat along with the monuments made out of plant material in the main conservatory. Believe it or not the gardeners are still planting winter pansies around the Bartholdi fountain in these cold temperatures. Of course the Capitol Christmas tree is a favorite. We haven’t had a chance to see it at night yet - maybe before New Year. At the Smithsonian gardens there are always decorated fountains and Santa’s made of greens. Inside the castle is another tree in the main lobby. Near the White House are the tin soldiers at the entrance of the mainstay Old Ebbitt’s Grill. At the White House is the White House Christmas tree and the Menorah. All of the states and territories also have their own trees surrounding the main one. The White House and executive office building have wreaths and garlands. We had so many delightful strolls this holiday season. It’s hard to believe we can still enjoy all of the seasonal sights. But for today looking at the photos is about the best we can do. Merry Christmas!