Fall in DC

Weeks like the past one in D.C. make it a pleasure to live here. Almost every day has been sunny with temperatures in the mid-60s. While I will always defend (Northern) California’s fall – leaves do change color and fall – it doesn’t quite stack up to the beauty of fall in D.C. Trees are the color of yellow, gold, orange, red, purple and gather in huge stacks on the sidewalk. The bright sunlight, or the distinct light of dusk make simply walking down the street a very enjoyable experience. D.C. is a beautiful city. Besides the large amount of trees, the height limit of buildings lets one always be able to see the sky and never feel completely surrounded by tall buildings. In diverse parts of the city, you can catch a glimpse of the Washington monument or the National Cathedral peeking out above the buildings. It’s also one of the cleanest cities I’ve been in. As Danielle noticed when she visited a few weeks ago, the architecture is quite lovely. Lots of brick and old, important-looking buildings. I suppose that is the purpose of this city, to present itself well as the capitol of our country and to impress foreign visitors. I think it does a good job. Now if only the weather could be like this all year around, i.e. no humidity or snow.

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