After our 10-hour adventure on Inauguration Day, most of it spent either walking or standing out in the cold, I wasn't sure I'd have the energy to attend a ball if we were lucky enough to get tickets! Most of them didn't get started until 10:00 pm!

As I write today, I have Stevie Wonder (Songs In The Key Of Life - a classic!) in the background. I am inspired, I am motivated and I am very upbeat! Music (as well as our new President!) has a way of doing that to me.

What a perfect day! Sara and I explored the area all around the Capitol today, getting the lay of the land so we could find our bearings during tomorrow's big event. The city is going through a transformation as it prepares to host millions for the swearing in and celebration of our 44th President.

We made it to destination D.C.! The Inauguration Express pulled into Washington's Union Station at about 5:00 pm Sunday afternoon - about 3 1/2 hours later than scheduled. We were ready to explore! The station was bustling with people from all walks of life - young, old, in jeans, in ball gowns and tuxes and everything in between!

We're finally on our way! Saturday night was interesting, to say the least. Our group was very excited to be embarking on this unique train trip, as we gathered at Union Station waiting to board the Inauguration Express. We have a very diverse group of folks - some from as far away as San Diego!