I’m on the ground and staying in Alexandria Virginia, where you can find the George Washington Masonic National Memorial, which looms large in the skyline:
I’m sure Lora Hubbel will find my staying in the shadow of a Masonic memorial to be a nefarious plot.
There were also fish & chips to be had at Murphy’s Grand Irish Pub in Old Town Alexandria.
More to come later.
Making me hungry.
Making me hungry too, for some of George Washington’s good old-fashioned Anglican theology.
In much the same way Nazis have exploited the anti-Semitic sentiments Martin Luther acquired late in his life, Freemasons have exploited the pro-Masonic sentiments Washington acquired early in his. Luther and Washington were both great men, but neither was perfect, and opportunists have used their errors for maximum effect.
Washington’s actual personal participation in Freemasonry was sporadic, and he seldom attended lodge meetings. The depth of his involvement has been greatly exaggerated since his death.
Try the fries and gravy while you’re in the area.
You should be just up the street from BRABO. Great spot for brunch. Bring your wallet though. Old town Alexandria = a bit pricey.
Truth be told, the Fish & Chips were just so-so. Chips good, Fish didn’t have a lot of flavor. Had shrimp later down the line at the Fish Market down the line that was much better.
Ha! That’s the whole point about all fish — no flavor.
Check out “The Warehouse” restaurant (214 king street)… if you have time
Looks fattening and greasy.