We have had a great couple of days here in Washington, DC.

The in-laws have lived here since Sandy and I started dating so we have had quite a few opportunities to see the Capital City. We’ve done the museums and the monuments so this trip was all about seeing and doing things that we haven’t done before.

Monday night we attended the Nationals vs. Tigers game in RFK Stadium. There were so many Tiger fans there that night that it was practically a home game for Detroit. The Nationals rallied in the 9th but still came up short. I was completely underwelmed by RFK Stadium by the way. It is old and ugly. Maybe that’s why they are building a new stadium.

Every ballpark seems to have some variation of “the race.” At the Ballpark in Arlington it’s “The Dot Race.” In Milwaukee it’s “The Sausage Race.” In our nation’s capital they have “The Racing Presidents.” When I saw that giant Roosevelt race down the first base line I had no choice but to yell out, “Bully! Look at that giant Teddy Roosevelt!” After the race I just had to get a picture with them. The only thing that would have made this moment better is if they had stood in Rushmore formation. Oh well. Good times regardless.

These seat were much better than the ones we paid for. (Full disclosure: I sat here to snap a few shots and then it was back to section 505)

My dad is a history teacher and I have always enjoyed Civil War history. In all of our visits here we have never been to Ford’s Theatre. I guess we will have to try again later because the theatre is closed for the next 18 months as they renevate. D’oh!

There was some sort of cultural festival on the Mall this past weekend. As we came up out of the metro we were greeted by this Bali-licious truck. All the information signs had been taken down so I can’t tell you the story behind it. Just mavel at it’s beaded glory.

These are all the photos for today. Have a great week everyone.