Consecration and tapas

Today we were two of 3,000 people at the National Cathedral celebrating the consecration of the 14th Bishop of Maryland. It was amazing. Breathtaking. Celebratory. Funny in parts. Humbling. Awesome. Not only were we in an absolutely stunning cathedral worshiping with 2998 other people, the pomp and ceremony surrounding the proceedings were fantastic and well executed. The event producer in me was impressed!





After the service we wandered around the Cathedral, admiring the artistry and architecture, taking pictures and greeting friends. How wonderful to see Bishop Townsend again! (Martin, please tell Barbara "hello" for us. I was so excited to see you that my manners flew out the proverbial window.)

From the Cathedral we made a beeline up Wisconsin Avenue to Bethesda. Not only was it well past lunch at 2:30 p.m., it was high time to introduce Drew to tapas! We settled at the lovely BamBule and quickly ordered several dishes. Bring on the small plates! The Pollo al Ajillo was Drew's favorite by far - he kept 95% of it for himself. We can also recommend the Pan y Jamon. YUM!

Our souls and bellies finally filled, we headed for home. The day, however, would not be complete without a birthday shout-out to my brother, middle sib, Jeem. HAPPY BIRTHDAY!