Thursday: Flew to DC from OKC. The flight to Chicago was delayed, but my impatience was fine and I managed to get through it. We got here and grabbed some food, and pretty much just hung out the first night. I say we because my dad was in town to attend the APSA conference.
Friday: Today was the first of a sightseeing day. We went to the national zoo, where I have been multiple times and love, and we also lugged my bags to my new place in D.C. Afterwards we took the afternoon to walk around the White House and visit that area. We went to the Palm for dinner that night... can't go wrong there.
Saturday: Day 2 of sightseeing commenced early with a trip to the newseum. It is like a journalists dream museum because it covers some of journalism's biggest historic events from Watergate to 9/11. We also viewed the Air and Space museum. It was alright, but I am not a huge fan of planes. I liked it, but think it is better suited for a 10 year old boy. We spent time walking and eating, and I found the radio broadcast of the Sooners football game. Long day though and I fell asleep at halftime.
Sunday: Well, it was time to say goodbye to Dad and head off for brunch at TMH (Thompson Markward Hall). My room is kind of like a closet, but it functions, and the internet is terrible, but I will learn to adjust. I spent the day getting acclimated and met some of the girls. Also got back to my nightly ritual of eating a green apple...
Looking ahead: Monday I meet up with the other interns for drinks and I will probably go find my work so I know where I am going on Tuesday so I don't get lost. A trip to the grocery store may very well be in order as well.
All for now.
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