The day has finally come when I must leave the luxurious life at the Ritz-Carlton and move into my apartment. I came to town with two suit cases and a camera bag, all under my arms. Somehow it’s taking me multiple trips to move stuff over. I’ve acquired a bunch of basic stuff, and have to buy more. That’s what comes from living in a house for 20 years. Now I have to re-buy all the basic necessities all over.
I’d didn’t realize quite how nice the view was when I locked down this place. I’m on the top floor, on the corner, and my windows look out to the south and east. From my bedroom I can see the Washington monument, the Smithsonian castle, the Department of Energy, the National Archives, the Department of Justice, and lots of other stuff — and I’m right on top of a Shakespeare theater. It looks like it is going to be a fun year.