I woke up early this morning for a run through Philly. After yesterday's rain, today's sunshine was welcoming. Though chilly, the weather made for a very clean and fresh smelling city. It was a pleasant stroll along the Schulylkill River banks. The dorky part of the run was my destination, the Philadelphia Museum of Art, aka the Rocky stairs. And, yes, I ran up and down them multiple times while listening to Eye of the Tiger. Wow.
Nerd alert!
I spent the rest of this early morning visiting some historical sites of early America. Actually, it's a fitting way to say goodbye to America for the next 2 years.
The Liberty Bell (which is both symbolic and historical) and I - imitating a pose from the Dalai Lama when he visited the bell. It's a little blurry because I was fighting with all the other tourists to get close enough for a photo.
The Congress Hall, our nation's capital building until 1800. FYI - You can get some valuable historical information by following packs of middle schoolers on field trips.
I just gorged on a fabulous cheesesteak from a street vendor. Me and my full belly are headed to Peace Corps meetings for the rest of the day. Wish me luck meeting 60 new people in such a short time!
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