Booked the room for D.C. on Inaugeration Day.

[RhodaGrits]

I'm convinced we are going to win this one and I wouldn't want to miss it for anything.

That said, I'm going back to Pennsy to canvass for Obama this weekend. Can't take anything for granted but I have my reservation for the party!

The rooms are going fast (took a while to find one) so book now if you are so inclined.

[DebbieCDC]

1. That's the only reason I wish I still lived in DC

What a party (or more appropriately parties!) there will be! For once since I left I will miss being in DC that night. Plus getting the day off work due to the fact that just about every business in DC closes on Inaugeration Day because of traffic restrictions, the bleachers on Pennsylvania Ave., security, etc.

The Illinois Ball will be the place to be -- can you imagine the reception President Obama will get there? And damn, will he look good in a tux or what? And I guarantee that no matter what Michelle wears she will be 1,000% better dressed and more beautiful and gracious than the beer heiress.

Class wins out, every time.

[Youphemism]

2. You mean we can't all crash out in your room? /nt

[RhodaGrits]

8. I think we'd need to book an entire block for this bunch! n/t

[goclark]

3. Did a fabulous DC vacation Rental By Owner 5 months ago.

In no way am I trying to advertise but this is something that I have done about 5 times. Love doing it!

We'll have a great house in DC, great neighborhood.

It is rare that I stay in hotels anymore.

My family/friends always go to www.vrbo.com and have had great success!

We have a lovely home that can sleep 8 for far less than we could ever get at a hotel. And -- we're all together!

[Patiod]

5. I second your VRBO recc

We have looked for properties through that site for 2 vacations. Both we times ended up booking elsewhere, but they have a one of the best selections of reasonably priced properties in a time that hotels are completely out of control (plus you can cook your own meals and pour your own drinks when you rent, and no crazy hotel taxes, fees and tips)

The only hotel I like for vacations anymore is Residence Inn.

[goclark]

6. You are so right about vrbo and Residence Inn

is my favorite too for hotels.

I can't deal with the huge hotels and all the trappings.

I love having my coffee/breakfast/snacks with my entire family and not running down the hall to Aunt Suzie's room.

I've had great rentals in Virginia, Palm Springs, Monterey and I'll have to report on DC but I'm sure it will be fabulous.

I can also invite other friends in for a party at my own house and look at the HD TV all day at our next President. :hug:

[sickinohio]

4. I almost did that today

but decided not to. I don't want to bring any kind of bad luck to the campaign. Kind of like when I watch the Browns they lose. When I don't, they win.

[TheCoxwain]

7. I think I will drive back and forth from NYC .. wont stay .. Doable?

[DrPresident]

9. Thank God I live in D.C.

Just a few blocks from the Capitol. :)

[Cha]

18. You could rent

space:party:

[MJkcj]

10. I Live in MD so I can take the metro in. I plan to take my children

Do you need tickets to the event... hows it all work? anyone ever been to an inauguration before? whats t like?

[goclark]

12. I did a google search but would like to know more tickets

Not able or willing to pay $5000 for any seat.
Want to stand and watch him put his hand on the Bible.

[bermudat]

11. I'm waiting til November 5th before I book my flight to DC

Thank God I have a brother who lives in Virginia who I can stay with.

There probably will not be any rooms available in DC for January 20th.

[goclark]

13. We have our fingers ready to hit the computer button

and the airline website set in favorites.

[Doityourself]

14. I'm 3 hours away...you can bet I will be taking off and driving down for the day...

[Scooter24]

15. We're going to be joining you!

We booked a long time ago though but we're very excited to be there to witness history!

Just checked our hotel and it's completely sold out. Phew!

[goclark]

16. I've heard that it should be between 20-40 degrees

and there could be rainy days.

[Top Cat]

17. Where did you find a room I've been looking

[TheDonkey]

19. I was thinking about buying the plane ticket yesterday. Didn't know if it would cause karmic

forces or not so I got cold feet (and the tix were already very $$$).