This morning was sort of a blur to me. It was really early and the anticipation was in the air. We boarded our bus and quickly went to sleep. About 6:30, we stopped at a truck stop and stayed for 3 hours. I mean how does the most important road trip of our lives have such a huge hitch. After we ate breakfast, and waited we eventually got back on the road. On the bus we all introduced ourselves and who we were associated with. We were really proud to say we represented the YMCA of Middle of Tennessee. Our kids are the only youth on the bus! There is a lady on our bus that was denied the opportunity to attend the March on Washington and she feels this is her opportunity to make up that moment, as if her life has come full circle. We pulled onto Pennsylvania Ave. and the entire bus filled with excitement again. The lights and action was ready for our shining moment. Our hotel is AMAZING!!! We will send pictures tomorrow because words can't describe its beauty. I'm excited about our day tomorrow and I can't wait to see Eric give the "I Have a Dream" speech. We are looking forward to sight seeing and soaking all of the sights and sounds Washington D.C. and the inauguration has to offer.
Shavicka
I am happy that you all made it safely. Please be sure to enjoy the sites and sounds of the city. It is an amazing place to visit and I hope you get an opportunity to take the subway. It is so fun to ride and then come up the stairs and you are amongst the greatest sites in America. Breathe deeply as you are such an important part of history. Enjoy! Rachel
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