Arlington National Cemetery

I guess it might seem weird to some to visit a cemetery when you're on vacation.  But this is no ordinary cemetery.  This is where the Kennedy's are buried:  John, Jacqueline, Robert, and Edward are all here.  My kids seemed to be fascinated with the "eternal flame" at JFK's grave, wondering how it can stay lit even in the rain.

I couldn't see Edward Kennedy's grave, as it was being closed off for renovation.  I was surprised at how small Robert's headstone was.

Being an admirer of JFK, I had to visit this site.  He was one of the great presidents, and I can't imagine what might have happened if George Bush had been in charge during the whole "Cuban Missile Crisis."  I guess none of us would be here today.  It's sad that today's extreme right-wing has now tried to portray Kennedy in a negative light, with Rick Santorum saying that Kennedy's speech in 1960 made him "want to throw up."  I guess it's no wonder that guy didn't survive the primaries.