Kennedy Center

Another beautiful day for a run in DC. The Potomac was bustling with the annual Charlie Butt Sculler's Head of the Potomac Regatta. Conversely, the Head of States side of the Kennedy Center was very quiet.

Kennedy Center

Bronze panel outside of the Hall of States by German artist Jürgen Weber (1928-2007), entitled, "Amerika."  The piece is dated December 24, 1968 and was a gift from the Federal Republic of Germany in memory of John F. Kennedy. Weber portrays American dynamism, industrial strength, and the mix of people and culture. (Source: Goethe Institute)

Hains Point

Perfect fall weather, with some clouds and a nice breeze. Enjoyed a long run to/from Hains Point in East Potomac Park. The 300-plus acre peninsula is located between the Potomac River and the Washington Channel. There is a golf course, mini-golf course, tennis center, outdoor pool, playground, picnic areas, and 320 free parking spaces. This is definitely a Washington gem.

Path along the Potomac, on my way to Hains Point.

Air Mail plaque commemorating first airplane mail delivery route in West Potomac Park. It is mounted on a rock along the path.

Hains Point, looking at the Ronald Reagan National Airport.

Hains Point, East Potomac Park, looking toward Wilson Bridge.

Hains Point, looking toward Anacostia.

Tidal Basin, viewing Washington Monument and Thomas Jefferson Memorial.

Vietnam Veterans Memorial

This morning, I enjoyed a 6-mile run with a quick stop at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial.

Vietnam Veterans Memorial

Lunchtime Run on Capital Crescent Trail

Gorgeous weather and little traffic on the Capital Crescent Trail. I enjoyed a nice, relaxing run.

You can see the Key Bridge and Washington Monument in the distance.

Hard to believe I am in the middle of a major city.

The Society of the Cincinnati on Massachusetts Avenue

I varied my route today. I bet you cannot guess the name of the oldest patriotic organization?

From their Web site: "The Society of the Cincinnati is the nation's oldest patriotic organization, founded in 1783 by officers of the Continental Army and their French counterparts who served together in the American Revolution. Its mission is to promote knowledge and appreciation of the achievement of American independence and to foster fellowship among its members. Now a nonprofit educational organization devoted to the principles and ideals of its founders, the modern Society maintains its headquarters, library, and museum at Anderson House in Washington, D.C."

George Washington statue outside of the Society of the Cincinnati

Foggy Key Bridge

Check out the fog!

 

Picture of Key Bridge taken from Georgetown Waterfront.

Gorgeous Weather and Scenery on Massachusetts Avenue

This morning, it was 55 degrees out--fantastic fall weather! On my way home, it was high 60s--delightful. I took a different route home; I ran Mass Ave from downtown to Glover Park (2 miles). According to RunKeeper, this route is more hilly than going through Georgetown. I believe it and felt it.

Morning run with the boys!

From Mass Ave looking down on Rock Creek Pkwy

Congrats Participants of the Tigerlily Foundation's Pink Boa 5K!

Tigerlily Facebook Page: "On September 15, 2012, Tigerlily Foundation will host its first Pink Boa 5k Run/Walk to support young women - before, during and after breast cancer. 

"The Pink Boa 5K Run/Walk was created to a) raise awareness of the issue of young women and breast cancer; b) engage young women and their families as part of this mission; c) raise funds to enable us to continue to educate girls and young women about their breast health, and provide much needed services and support to young women in treatment for breast cancer including buddies, buddy bags, meals, financial assistance and empowerment."

Photo credits: Vera! 

Nice tutus!

Thomas Jefferson Memorial

Beautiful run to the Thomas Jefferson Memorial today.

Thomas Jefferson Memorial

Women's Memorial at the Arlington National Cemetery

The Women's Memorial is located near the entrance to Arlington National Cemetery, directly across from the Memorial Bridge.

Fountain at the Women's Memorial

At the end of Memorial Drive looking toward the Lincoln Memorial.

Later, Lighter, Faster...and a Georgetown Cupcake!

I left the house at a more reasonable hour this morning and had a much quicker run. Although the summer humidity is back in DC this week, it still was an enjoyable commute. Check out the cupcake below...courtesy of Georgetown Cupcake. (The decoration is customized for a work event.)

Labor Day Berry Cupcake from Georgetown Cupcake!

Early, Dark, and Slow

I left the house a little earlier today and it was so DARK! I am not a fan of running without daylight. My time suffered--not because of the moon, but because it was so early.

 

Don't check out my route. ;)

Looking down 37th Street, 6am

Georgetown Waterfront from Kennedy Center, 6:30ish

Lincoln Memorial, 6:35am

DC Triathlon Today

Today was the Nation's Triathlon. Extra kudos for braving a swim in the Potomac River. I ran too late to catch any of the real action.

Check out my run!

Random racer and supporter

WW II Memorial 6:45am

Gorgeous run this morning...in the 60s and sunny!

(RunKeeper route)

WWII Memorial with Lincoln Memorial in the background.

Peloton up 35th Street

I would guess that there were at least 30 bicyclists; my picture below does not do the pack justice.

 

Much easier run than yesterday for two reasons: (1) I stayed vertical the entire time. (2) At 9am, the temperature was 70ish with a nice breeze. Thankfully, after the first half-mile, endorphins masked the pain in my bruised right knee. Check out my RunKeeper route!

 

Capital Crescent Trail Run

Great Sunday run through Georgetown and along the Capital Crescent Trail.
Check out my RunKeeper route.

Hard to see, but there were a ton of paddle boards and people hanging out at the Three Sisters.

Wipe Out on M Street

If you saw a woman in bright neon yellow shorts and a white top suddenly flail and superman across the sidewalk near Thunder Burger... it was me! It had been awhile since my last fall; I was overdue. I heard some nice pedestrians--the very ones I was trying to sprint around before tripping over a brick--ask if I was OK. I quickly said, I'm fine, and moved on as quickly as possible. All I really cared about was that my iPhone survived the crash. Yay! iPhone is fine.

Right knee

Elbow