Let me start by saying that I saw Mayer Hawthorne tonight. Dude rocked it.
We headed out to the Black Cat (awesome venue, by the way), only a 10 minute walk from my spot in Logan Circle. I realized how privileged I am to be living in a big city. Just 10 minutes away, I could see a great show, have some great beers on tap, and chill the fuck out, without having to worry about DD's and all. No driving out to the El Rey or the Fonda, worrying about how to get home without risking my life or criminal record...Anyway, the show was great. The dude has some serious stage presence and really knows how to get a crowd going. If nothing else, I absolutely recommend seeing him if you get a chance...although it still tripped me out to hear the guy yell, "hello DC!".
During the course of the night, I had three fantastic beers. I just thought I'd brag a bit.
Started with a Guinness. That's actually one thing I noticed about DC. Guinness on tap is more the norm than the exception. Everyone's got the stuff on tap. Is it because the East Coast is closer to Dublin? I'm curious to know if the stuff is available everywhere in the east. Regardless, I just love that. Guinness almost seems like a luxury in LA...here it quickly become the old dependable brew.
Anyway, I tried a Dogfish Head 60-minute IPA. That stuff does wonders. It felt like the first time I tried Stone IPA. It's just a fantastic IPA- strong, hoppy, and delicious. I recommend trying it if you ever see it. I finished the night with a Dogfish Head 90-minute. The stuff is 9%. Imagine the the 60-minute and add more alcohol and flavor. Good times. Despite paying $10 for four 12-oz bottles.
By the way, I realized what Yuengling is. Supposedly the Yuengling Brewery is the oldest brewery in the States, located in Pottsville, PA...i think I'm going to have to visit one of these days. It's everywhere out here; everyone carries the stuff. It's pretty generic... tastes like an American brew. I just can't believe how many bars out here carry it. Like Sierra Nevada back home, I guess.
The weather is getting cold. Rain hits almost every week. But the rainy days are mixed in with some seriously beautiful, cold days. When the sun shines on DC, it's a fantastic thing to see...the sun hits the old buildings and churches, and the city really comes alive. I just wish I had more time to just walk the streets...
I have, however, walked from Maryland back to DC through Rock Creek Park. I made it from Logan to Georgetown. I even walked through the National Zoo. This after spending my life driving from place to place...it's definitely a change.
The metro, the marble buildings...it's a different world out here...I truly miss California, another world away...but I'll be back...at least I know what's out here...I guess...
Home this past weekend was amazing. I saw people I haven't seen in a long time. Thanks everyone, for making my quick 3 days a great 3 days to remember.
Cheers all...
...it's only Thursday night...
enjoy your weekend!
