It's been a full summer with DC in the middle of the action. Despite the unbearable humid heat that has occupied this city, Armenians from all corners of the country, even the world, have collected here. Since the internship began, I've seen so many faces of the best and brightest. I must say, the future is bright. After a point, you get used to starting the day with a political debate and ending with a feeling of accomplishment. Though we may not be building anything with our physical hands, you can almost visualize knowledge being absorbed.

For the last three weekends, I have attended weddings. This weekend I was in Detroit for the wedding of two very close friends with two VERY big families. There's nothing like a wedding with lots of happy family. It was beautiful and I'm happy to say we all had a good time. All the weddings I've attended this year have been quite amazing.

The buzz of the summer as always is AYF Olympics in Chicago this year. This year marks the return of Harout in the city that introduced him to Olympics 6 years ago. There seems to be a growing California crowd planning on coming, so I'm looking forward to fresh faces at Olympics.

Otherwise, this area is full of picnics, barbeques, and large gatherings in Georgetown of twenty-something Armenians. Last Thursday a group of 20 interns, friends, visitors, etc. went out to dinner and party. Though many of them had just met that night, everyone got along like they had known each other forever. I love looking around at times like this and realizing that we have such a rich generation.

Though things are going very well out here, I must admit, I'm missing Armenia a lot these days. Looks like I'm due for another trip soon. :)