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I just got back from a trip to Washington DC late last evening. Although I was there to celebrate my daughter's recent engagement, it turns out it was peak bloom time for the cherry blossoms. All the hype about this yearly event is well founded. I didn't have the DSLR with me, so these were taken with my cell phone.
I'm merely posting this as a public service announcement. If you ever get the chance to see this in person, you will not be disappointed. It is truly stunning. Here's a few cell phone shots...
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I'm merely posting this as a public service announcement. If you ever get the chance to see this in person, you will not be disappointed. It is truly stunning. Here's a few cell phone shots...
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