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Greetings from Virginia



I went to Alexandria, Virginia (outside of Washington DC) for a forum where the federal project director, the grant partners, and representatives of the center that I work for discussed research priorities. My official job was notetaker, which I did with finesse, I think, even when the keyboard wasn't working. I also minded time and asked clarifying questions. The room I stayed in was very nice. I was able to participate and look like I knew what I was talking about. Then I went back to Kansas. George Washington had his farm at Mt. Vernon, but he went to church in Alexandria. The town's other famous citizen is Robert E. Lee. His boyhood home and one from his days in the military are here. Currently the place is more of a business park.

Here is the plaza outside of my hotel in Old Town Alexandria.


 Here is the view from my room. The place is set up where the rooms all overlook and indoor courtyard instead of having long hallways. Reminded of me of the inside of casinos I have been in.


I brought Hannah a chocolate covered Oreo and little replica of the Presidential limousine. Brian got some salted caramel and a star wars model. I bought myself a Christmas ornament. It's good to fly around and see something new every now and again, but it is also nice to get home from flying around. I had three meetings scheduled for the day I got back. I cancelled one. Another cancelled on me. So it wasn't as hard of a day as I thought. Next adventure is Chicago in a couple weeks. 

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