It's tempting to let a simple picture of a panda sitting in the fresh air at the National Zoo stand as is, without words.
"Awwwwww!" comes to mind.
But I have to share some words!
When the pandas returned several months ago, I couldn't wait to go, but waiting was required. People go "ape" to see pandas and the lines have been crazy long for months now. The Zoo still recommends that visitors show up early if they want to visit the panda exhibit comfortably.
So a friend and I did just that. We awoke early on a Sunday morning and rushed to Woodley Park. And once we got drawn into the world of the pandas, I could have stayed there for hours staring at them. They didn't have to do much, just be within my eyesight.
What a wonderful break from a stressful world. Highly recommend.