RE: Washington, DC-OFF TOPIC

[Guest guest]

What did you think of the Vietnam Wall Memorial? TJ & I knew far too many men whose

names were listed there. TJ served

in Vietnam for 15

months – we didn’t expect a “plain & simple” black

wall to be so moving. Seeing so

many names….well, you can’t see it and not come away thinking…..

When we lived in Indiana the

museum there had a special exhibit on the holocaust, they had a person

stationed outside asking parents if they were sure they wanted their children

to see the exhibit (lots of photos). We thought (and still do) it should have

been mandatory! Before the showing ended I took my Girl Scout troop to see it. But you know me – crazy – I even

took my troop to the county jail and had them all sit in a cell and get finger

printed. No way could anyone do

that today – what a shame so many lessons to be learned. Glad you enjoyed your trip.

Barb

in Texas - Son Ken (29) UC 91 PSC 99

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From: Caroline & Aubrey

We plan to return again to see more of the museums and

the

memorials and visit with friends in the area.