…we encounter a squirrel. this is no ordinary squirrel. this one quickly draws our attention, as he is walking with us for several moments. once he sees that has our undivided attention, he proceeds to demonstrate his uncanny ability to stand up straight. i kneel down to get a better photo. he walks up to me. he reaches up and grabs my pants. he begins to climb onto me. i jump up, thinking “rabies, rabies, rabies. icky, icky, icky.” i remember that i have almonds from tlhs. so, i toss a couple on the ground for him, to reimburse him for his demonstrated talent, if you will. he was quick to pick it up. not just one: two. it’s ok, i put about ten out for it. after a couple moments more amusement with the congregation of critters that had formed, we wander over to the lincoln memorial. …
