In spite of the cold, it was a beautiful day and I was there!
Nancy asked me to post pictures and an accounting of my experience on Inauguration Day. All I will say here is that I was overwhelmed by the numbers of people who braved the cold, the lack of food or drink, the long lines, and the hours of standing. I was impressed with every one's tolerance and patience and their desire to be a part of what was, for me personally, a historic event I chose to attend. The smiles, the chanting, the singing, the "we are one" message of unity and hope was apparent everywhere I went in the most "crushing" of circumstances. I never heard a curse word, no one was pushing or shoving, no one seemed angry or upset by the long delays and challenges in getting from one place to another. It was a very proud moment to see the civility that is so often lacking in our society today. It was truly amazing to be a part of something of this magnitude and to know that, at least for these several days, in this our Capital, I was a part of one enormous family that showed respect, caring, and a positive spirit towards everyone...rich, poor, black, white, men, women, children, the elderly, and disabled. I will never forget how good it felt to be an American in a sea of Americans showing the world that we can stand together as one in celebrating our democracy.
Those of you wishing to have a more detailed description of my days in Washington along with more of the few pictures I was able to take, as well as the feelings I had about the whole experience, please feel free to email me at vancecarruth@aol.com as I hope to get all my thoughts about my own "journey" to be a part of this celebration in writing and pictures put together over the next few days.
Sincerely,
Nancy's Dad
Vance
2 comments:
Love the pictures Uncle Vance--what an experience--you are so lucky to have been there. I cried and cried! What a wonderful time to be an American!!! Lots of love to you Aunt Ann and Nancy.
Bridgette
Wow! You were so close Vance. It must have been so powerful to just be there! Great pictures. I'm glad you had a safe and memorable trip!
Amy
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