Screen on the Green

One of my favorite summer traditions in Washington is Screen on the Green. Every year, HBO sponsors a film festival on the Mall. They set up a big screen and show old movies. People bring their picnics, frisbees, etc....it's a good time.

This past week they were showing Casablanca, one of the greatest movies ever made, in my opinion. Unfortunately, because of where we were sitting, we couldn't hear very well and could barely see the screen, so we didn't stay very long. But it was a lovely evening to be outside.

Oasis

I just discovered my new favorite spot. Since the weather was so nice this weekend, I went for a walk down to the Alexandria waterfront. I walked past the hordes of people at the marina and came to a park on the other side. There are rocks right on the riverbank, perfect for sitting. It was so quiet and peaceful. I sat there for quite a while, just thinking and praying and reading. It felt like I was far away from the hustle and bustle of the city..and yet it's just a short walk from my house!