Sunday...not exactly a day of rest

I'm taking a moment to write a few lines while We are at the Kennedy Center listening to solo performances by some of the most talented young musicians from around the United States and the World. What makes them more amazing is that each of the performers has some form of disability.

We started our day looking for Darth Vader before attending church services at the National Cathedral. You might ask the kids about that!

Brunch, at the Cactus Cantina provided enough food for the entire day, but we all still managed to find room for some fabulous cupcakes provided by our amazing bus driver Ms G.

While it was a sobering experience, I guarantee you the 2.5 hours the kids spent at the Holocaust Museum will never be forgotten. It is an aspect of Youth Tour that will always be part of our itinerary. It is just too important to miss.

After visiting Fords Theater and the Peterson House, many of the participants were able to snag some great deals from the discount souvenir shops near the theater.


The August 2011 earthquake near Washington Dc prevented us from ascending the Washington Monument, but we were still able to stand at the base of the impressive memorial to George Washington.

We plan to eat at the top of the Kennedy Center following the performance and before we head to visit the Lincoln, Korean, Vietnam, World War II Memorials... It will be late when we get back and we will all be exhausted, but what a day!
Kristen Gottschalk
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