The “C” in Washington, DC may as well mean construction. Cranes obstruct so many scenic views, one cannot walk or drive for too long before running into a site filled with workers working on some building. Moving about is slowed to a crawl between the detours caused by the erection of a new tower coupled with endless road repairs and construction. Having lived in New York City for a period in my life, it feels as if Washington is trying to imitate the density of commercial and residential buildings of its northeastern neighbor. Thankfully, zoning will never permit skyscrapers in this town, something that gives me comfort; I like seeing open spaces and trees which is one of the reasons I moved back.
For a girl who knows her way about using landmarks, around too many corners now stand unfamiliar structures. I miss the architectural beauty of the old as I get used to the new. Yet one thing still remains -- the same streetlights (some original, others replicas) rise up on many blocks and when they’re turned on in the evening, they are the night lights that give way to peaceful slumbers. Look up when you’re in town and...
keep your peepers open!®
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