history in the making

an incredible day it was! witnessing such a historic moment in the midst of 2 million or so people from all over the country in 20 degree temps brought forth an emotional outpour. while all of us were jam packed into the Mall between the Capitol and the Washington Monument and beyond, there was an overwhelming sense of hope for the possibility of change and progression for this country and this world of ours. it wasn't just the US that held its breath upon the inauguration of Barack Obama, but also the world that awaited this change of power and politics.

my recap will come on another day. i'm exhausted from 10 hours of standing in below freezing temperatures w/ nothing in my stomach (my dog ate my breakfast) and a few txt msgs to fuel me throughout the day (thanks!), but here are a few photos...