You could go to Great Falls, one of the National Parks in Northern Virginia, on a nice, sunny day. You could go early in the morning to avoid traffic and crowds, even. But wouldn't it be more exciting to go on a rainy day? Especially if one of your companions is already sick?
In April, I planned a trip to Shenandoah National Park on a foggy day and we couldn't see two feet ahead of the car once we were halfway up the mountain. And just wait, I went to Monticello this month on a rainy, foggy day. Best of both worlds, right?
I really have the worst planning skills. I just shouldn't be allowed to plan things. [read more...]