Today, I'm going to recap my "Top 10 Washington D.C. Moments."
1. The moment I arrived in DC and then realized "Wow, I really made it" (especially after all the hilariously inconvenient travel disasters of the morning involving my car breaking down at 4:30am, missing my flight and then being rescued by a friendly tow truck man).
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2. Using a map and traveling long distances via foot. I walked at least 20 miles during my adventure, and I loved every step. The trip really empowered me to realize "Yes, I can read maps." And "Yes, I can take public transportation effectively and safely." I probably should already be a map expert by this point in my life, but it's never too late to learn, right?
3. Seeing the White House for the first time.
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4. Walking the mall and seeing all the monuments. It's truly amazing.
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5. Exploring the Museum of Women in the Arts. This museum was off the beaten path, and I adored it! There were many times I was the only one on a particular floor and I'd have all the artwork to myself to explore and embrace!
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6. Standing outside of Tranquil Space, a yoga studio. I weekly listen to the podcast of Kimberly Wilson and I buy her clothing line, TranquiliT. It was amazing to be right outside her studio. Someday I will take a class there!
![Tranquil](http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6085/6071700581_4daf24d067.jpg)
7. The mammal exhibit at the National Museum of Natural History. It was bizarro to see the progression of apes to humans. It was a fascinating and mind-boggling exhibit. I loved it. Also, there was this hilarious activity where I got to get my picture taken, and then the computer used my picture to turn me into an early human.
![Mammal](http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6088/6072542543_ab21322eb6.jpg)
8. Being evacuated from the Holocaust Museum. Oh my! We were evacuated due to a fire. It was surreal. Most people initially thought it was part of the museum experience, but it wasn't! Everyone remained calm.
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9. Visiting the United States flag exhibit at the National Museum of American History. It was so wonderful! I have a renewed appreciation for the flag and our national anthem.
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10. Eating at Masala Art my last night in DC with two terrific people. I love Indian food. And friends. It was a perfect night.
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You definitely had two full days of adventure. Would you believe we were also evacuated from the Holocaust Museum, but due to a bomb threat? Love the pics.
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