with Amtrak on its way…

A government house – but where are the people?

Well, at least some sign of habitation near the big house of the nation…

… but its resident chose to seek the warmth of the sun, establishing himself like a part of a monument for humanity.

I had enough time between trains to go for coffee. So I walked up to the Capitol to see if the president, or another representative would have time to have coffee with me. But, nobody home… So I enjoyed a walk around those massive buildings in a warming winter sun.

I really enjoyed the train ride from Chicago to Washington. I immediately remembered why I prefer this mode of transportation over the more expedient one in the airplane. I can really enjoy the land, the distance, the changing scenery. I guess, the transcontinental train ride is still on the bucket list!