Winter turns to spring in DC

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Dear Reader,

Lately, I am beginning to notice a few subtle signs that spring will soon be here. These signs include the greening of the grass on the Mall, blooming of daffodils in their beds, and sightings of a few early cherry blossoms. It is a delight to witness as each day brings some new evidence that glorious spring is on the way.

In DC this past winter (2010/11) was a mild one. Unlike others parts of the country snow fell only 2 or 3 times. The snow never lasted very long and we never got more than an inch of snow at most. Oh, it has been cold. It can still get down below freezing at night. But, no snowmaggedon at least not this winter.

This is my last blog entry as Swiss Chris. Please look for my new blog on this same site. My new name is Peace Corps Chris to reflect my new mission as a Peace Corps volunteer to Ukraine.
The new address is www.travelblog.org/Bloggers/Peace-Corps-Chris/
Thanks for visiting.

Chris

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Photos

Daffodils
Daffodils in bloom next to the Mall.

Snow Removal
A machine removes snow from the sidewalks on Capitol Hill.

Snowy Street
Snowy side street near the US Capitol.

Grant Memorial
Wintery view of the Mall.

Civil War Soldier
I always thought this guy looked cold even without the snow.

Grant Lion
Another December view of the Mall.

Washington Monument
Winter view of the Washington monument.

Washington Monument
Recent view of the Washington monument.

Cherry Tree in Bloom
Cherry tree in bloom at the Washington monument.

More Daffodils
Another bed of Daffodils.