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Richard Blanco was wonderful. In_The_Wind Jan 2013 #1
I think he might be the most sublime poet I've come across in modern times. ellisonz Jan 2013 #3
It's the first time I've heard his work. In_The_Wind Jan 2013 #11
Here's text: ellisonz Jan 2013 #14
Thank you very much for this, ellisonz! patrice Jan 2013 #53
You're welcome! ellisonz Jan 2013 #54
Oh, now I'm in tears Hekate Jan 2013 #109
Like looking through the profound simplicty of crystal clear water into the depths of truth. patrice Jan 2013 #50
The Lunch Menu: ellisonz Jan 2013 #2
Apple pie but of course! flamingdem Jan 2013 #9
All-American menu there! freshwest Jan 2013 #18
It's fancy ass mashed potatos. ellisonz Jan 2013 #21
that sounds so good sad-cafe Jan 2013 #47
I'm always late to the party Viva_La_Revolution Jan 2013 #4
You're welcome! ellisonz Jan 2013 #13
The Inaugural luncheon....thanks to Chuck Schumer. Historic NY Jan 2013 #5
Have been avoiding Chuck Todd for while BeyondGeography Jan 2013 #6
I noticed that too. erinlough Jan 2013 #12
Speech: !!!! ellisonz Jan 2013 #7
President Carter being interviewed on CNN NYC Liberal Jan 2013 #8
We love you, Kathleen Sebelius! nt patrice Jan 2013 #10
The Obamas and the Bidens have arrived at lunch. ellisonz Jan 2013 #15
I think Michelle is wearing some serious insulation... Lars39 Jan 2013 #16
"If you don't like the food you can't blame it on one party or the other" - Schumer ellisonz Jan 2013 #22
Chuck Schumer warming up the lunch crowd ellisonz Jan 2013 #17
I love that room sad-cafe Jan 2013 #52
Is Michelle stuck next to the great orange one at the table? lindysalsagal Jan 2013 #19
Poor Michelle. Who came up with this seating arrangement? Glimmer of Hope Jan 2013 #20
She's supposed to stop Joe Biden from twisting his arm off when he won't pass the salt and pepper. ellisonz Jan 2013 #24
Who is the Orange One....Donald Trump? goclark Jan 2013 #108
Crap. Will we introduce the entire PTA? The women do the menu? lindysalsagal Jan 2013 #23
say WHAT about women and the menu? what regressive sexist bs, bettyellen Jan 2013 #25
Good to see you aren't chained down. WinkyDink Jan 2013 #29
Lunch is wrapping up. ellisonz Jan 2013 #26
POTUS Speaking Now: ellisonz Jan 2013 #27
12:47 here.. bring on the parade already! mountain grammy Jan 2013 #28
Here they come down the steps of Congress! ellisonz Jan 2013 #30
Tubas!!!!!! flamingdem Jan 2013 #31
Parade's started. Lars39 Jan 2013 #32
Go piccolos! Lars39 Jan 2013 #33
Colonial Style band playing Yankee Doodle Dandee! ellisonz Jan 2013 #34
Wasn't that cool! Lars39 Jan 2013 #35
yes, that was cool sad-cafe Jan 2013 #56
what's with these historical renactors? bettyellen Jan 2013 #36
I wondered if they were from Colonial Williamsburg. Lars39 Jan 2013 #37
must be the military's version of the NYPDs bagpipe group, who are AWESOME bettyellen Jan 2013 #38
MSNBC talking about if and how well POTUS dances, LOL. bettyellen Jan 2013 #39
Parade Route Map: ellisonz Jan 2013 #40
Thanks! Rachel says POTUS is definately getting out to walk a bit. I'm a little nervous for him. bettyellen Jan 2013 #42
You're welcome. ellisonz Jan 2013 #43
you're right. i'm letting all the gunner freaks get inside my head. purging the thoughts now. bettyellen Jan 2013 #44
Can't let "them" get you down! ellisonz Jan 2013 #45
its wonderful to see so many kids excited, running along with his car and cheering bettyellen Jan 2013 #49
List of Floats: ellisonz Jan 2013 #41
I love all the pageantry sad-cafe Jan 2013 #46
The crowds are great! Lars39 Jan 2013 #48
List of Participants in the 57th Inaugural Parade: ellisonz Jan 2013 #51
They're getting out to walk!!! Lars39 Jan 2013 #55
Gaahhhh!!!!! blaze Jan 2013 #58
he's walking and the crowd goes apeshit. bettyellen Jan 2013 #57
I always get so nervous when they do this... Satch59 Jan 2013 #62
oh yeah, the security is absolutely tight. and we can't see 90% of it. still makes me nervous too. bettyellen Jan 2013 #64
Just heard there was security gates to get thru to even line up beside streets. Lars39 Jan 2013 #67
And tickets! Lars39 Jan 2013 #80
Love that they're holding hands! ellisonz Jan 2013 #59
Love that they're so touchy feely! blaze Jan 2013 #61
One of the best First Lady outfits ever. patrice Jan 2013 #60
She dressed warm...love her boots. Lars39 Jan 2013 #63
the dress is cute too. navy narrow stripes. bettyellen Jan 2013 #66
Love those really heavy leggings (?) or are the tall boots with a mid-heel? patrice Jan 2013 #70
oh, and the purple gloves! NICE! accent. nt patrice Jan 2013 #73
I'll confess to loving fashion, Lars39 Jan 2013 #74
Oh, ask anyone, I'm a very serious DU -er, but I too enjoy indulging my love of style. Mom taught patrice Jan 2013 #79
She does carry it well....she really is dazzling in anything. :) Lars39 Jan 2013 #81
Just saw her boots...they look to be mid calf with tights or leggings? Lars39 Jan 2013 #83
not leggings, but stretchy-stuff boots. nt patrice Jan 2013 #86
I love her coat! Purple gloves too flamingdem Jan 2013 #68
I love this part where POTUS and FLOTUS walk. nc4bo Jan 2013 #65
Whew! blaze Jan 2013 #69
Same here! nm nc4bo Jan 2013 #72
I totally agree. In_The_Wind Jan 2013 #117
And back in the car ellisonz Jan 2013 #71
Potus walks his talk! flamingdem Jan 2013 #75
Crowd LOVING them in the car too! patrice Jan 2013 #76
Just made the turn on to 15th street ellisonz Jan 2013 #77
Oooooh!!! Thanks for the map! nt blaze Jan 2013 #78
And they're back out and walking in front of the review stands! ellisonz Jan 2013 #82
They're at the reviewing stand. ellisonz Jan 2013 #84
And back in the car to the reviewing stand ellisonz Jan 2013 #85
LOL... Joe is really working the crowd!! blaze Jan 2013 #87
He just gave that 10-year-old boy in the yellow jacket a big hug! ellisonz Jan 2013 #88
I'm Lovin Joe Biden running around like a kid. Mr. Sparkle Jan 2013 #89
Here comes the parade: ellisonz Jan 2013 #90
I have to say - I was expecting more from the Hawaii float ellisonz Jan 2013 #91
Poor Kamehameha marching band got stuck behind the techno music ellisonz Jan 2013 #92
The sun is almost down ellisonz Jan 2013 #93
The 54th Massachusetts Volunteer Regiment is cool! ellisonz Jan 2013 #94
All of these ethnic groups are gorgeous! Love all of the colors & the pretty women & handsome men!! patrice Jan 2013 #95
It's truly an American Pageant. ellisonz Jan 2013 #96
It's stunning to watch, all of the energy and beauty in so many varieties, so much excellence!! patrice Jan 2013 #105
Michelle and the girls have left the viewing stand. ellisonz Jan 2013 #97
Reminds me of when my daughter's guy friends call her wanting to go out rainbow4321 Jan 2013 #99
lol true ellisonz Jan 2013 #100
Here comes the Lesbian and Gay Ban Association of St. Louis, Missouri ellisonz Jan 2013 #98
I had no idea DevonRex Jan 2013 #101
Neither did I - and it's a first for the parade. ellisonz Jan 2013 #102
The Canine Companions for Independence float rocks - a giant yellow lab! ellisonz Jan 2013 #103
F*** Off Ari! okwmember Jan 2013 #104
"This land is your land. This land is my land, from California, to the New York island..." Yaayyy!!! patrice Jan 2013 #106
I bet President Obama will be happy when the parade is over. RebelOne Jan 2013 #107
The parade is over and the President has left the reviewing stand. ellisonz Jan 2013 #110
Thanks so much, ellisonz, for hosting these threads Hekate Jan 2013 #111
You are most welcome! ellisonz Jan 2013 #112
I think I'm skipping the Balls Hekate Jan 2013 #113
Just caught the Obama's dancing ellisonz Jan 2013 #114
I'd be staggering to the coffee urn if I were they Hekate Jan 2013 #115
The floor of the Presidential limousine is probably covered in empty 5-Hour-Energy bottles. ellisonz Jan 2013 #116
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