Washington DC is a great place to spend 4 weeks! However, I might recommend a month other than August because it was very hot and humid and crowded with lots of other tourists. As we planned this trip we knew we were not hitting DC at the best time. We also knew we couldn't be everywhere in the world in September so some places we have to experience in less than perfect conditions.
Usually we spent about 3-4 hours a day doing tourist things. At that pace we saw a lot, but didn't get to worn out with long days. We did not have a car, but relied on the metro and bus system and our own feet to get us around. Our apartment was just 2 blocks from the metro station, which made using the metro very easy. It was nice to have an apartment with a kitchen and a grocery store a block away. The thing I did miss was a yard. The only close parks we found had small playground areas but no grass fields and were just not inviting.
We learned a lot about US history and government these past few weeks. I especially enjoyed the tour of the Capitol building on Monday. I sometimes complain about our government and politicians, but I am so thankful to live in this free country. We are going to finish up our time in the US by visiting Philadelphia, Boston and New York.
Reading about your time in DC has been nostalgic for me remembering our short time living in the east -- Jeff's brother lived in DC while we were in Philadelphia, so we took monthly trips down to DC to go to the temple and see the sites. I was also wondering if you would be able to spend a bit of time in Philly since it's so packed with US history. BTW, don't know if I ever mentioned to you that we lived in Philly while your cousin was there on his mission. I even went on some teaching appts with him and his comp! Small world! Thanks so much for sharing your family's adventure with all of us! :)
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