Missing CRI's Bible Answer Man

It's just after 7PM on Monday night. This used to be the time that CRI's Bible Answer Man show broadcast on WAVA 105.1FM. But alas the show went off due to lack of support in the DC area a few months ago. Am I the only one who misses it?

Praying for America: An Attack on Fort Hood

Apparently, there's just been an attack on Fort Hood in Texas. At least 7 are believed dead. Please pray for America and all the families affected.

Abraham Lincoln Quote on T-shirts, Stickers & More

Abraham Lincoln is the newest president featured in Best of Washington DC T-shirts and Gifts' Presidential Quotes section. The sixteenth president's quote says: "Sir, my concern is not whether God is on our side; my greatest concern is to be on God's side, for God is always right." Lincoln's quote is available on t-shirts, stickers, and other gift items. This quote is reported to have been President Lincoln's response to being asked which side God was on in the U.S. Civil War.

Abraham Lincoln Quote Button

New DC T-shirts and Gifts

On our newest DC T-shirts, mini DC flags make up a pattern on the letters DC. These miniature versions of the Washington DC flag are red on a white background. Available on t-shirts, mugs, water bottles, stickers, bags & more. From Best of Washington DC T-shirts and Gifts.


DC Flag Print White T-shirt

Hot Places for a Cool Wallet in DC this Summer

You may have heard the adage that DC shuts down in July and August. Not so! Whether you're vacationing in Washington DC or staycationing to save cash, there are lots of fun places to go. To add to the fun, entrance is free to these hot spots. (Some of the listed activities have a nominal fee.) Read on and learn where in Washington DC you can go horse back riding, rent a paddle boat or see a great blue heron.

Rock Creek Park is where locals have picnics and family gatherings. While Rock Creek is the park's most notable feature, also there are several wonderful hiking and biking trails. And you can go for a horse back ride during a guided horse tour. Of course, if you bring your own horse, remember to stay on the bridled trails!
Rock Creek Park Nature Center
5200 Glover Road NW
Washington DC

Bordering downtown DC, the Tidal Basin is an inlet of the Potomac River. It's home to the Jefferson Memorial and the FDR memorial. The Tidal Basin is also where the cherry trees of Cherry Blossom Festival fame are planted. In addition to those attractions, you can rent a paddle boat or take a leisurely stroll here.

Located on the banks of the Anacostia River, visit Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens for the waterlilies and lotus blossoms. Known also as a spot for birding, you may see great blue herons, marsh wrens, mallards, or Canada geese. For hikers, don't miss the .7 mile boardwalk trail that leads to the marsh.
Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens
1550 Anacostia Avenue, NE
Washington DC

DC DMV Ends In-Person Registration Renewal

Effective Monday July 13, DC DMV is ending in-person registration renewal. Citizens will have to renew their registration online or by mail. Learn more here.

James K. Polk Quote on the Constitution

President James K. Polk quote: "One great object of the Constitution was to restrain majorities from oppressing minorities or encroaching upon their just rights." Quote is from his inaugural address and is available on t-shirts, stickers and other gift items. From Best of Washington DC T-shirts and Gifts.

James K. Polk Quote Button

William Henry Harrison Quote on Power

This quote from William Henry Harrison says: "There is nothing more corrupting, nothing more destructive of the noblest and finest feelings of our nature, than the exercise of unlimited power." Available on t-shirts, stickers and other gift items.

William Henry Harrison Quote on Government Dark T-shirt

Martin Van Buren Quote on Government

In a message to Congress during the Panic of 1837, President Martin Van Buren included a remark that seems like it could be said today. Van Buren said:"The less government interferes with private pursuits, the better for general prosperity." Bank failures & an economic depression characterized the Panic. Quote is available on t-shirts, stickers and other gifts at Best of Washington DC T-shirts and Gifts.


Martin Van Buren Quote on Government Bumper Sticker

Same Sex "Marriage" Controversy in DC

Background
In May 2009, the DC City Council approved a bill to recognize same sex marriages performed in other jurisdictions. Last week the DC Board of Elections and Ethics said the matter should not go before DC voters in referendum. Seven supporters of traditional marriage have filed a lawsuit to overturn the Board's decision.

A few reasons to support traditional marriage
Some would have us believe that not recognizing marriage between people of the same sex would violate their civil or human rights. Little could be further from reality. Here are a few reasons why.

First, recognizing same sex marriages would redefine the historical definition of marriage. Historically and traditionally, our society has defined marriage as the union of one man and one woman.

Secondly, we need the union of males and females for the procreation and continuation of the human race. Once we begin to recognize unions that cannot naturally reproduce, we put our society in demographic danger. We can reach a point that we won't have enough people to keep our society going.

In addition, we must remember the right to freedom of religion. If same sex marriage is recognized, the free practice of religion is hindered. Religious institutions and individuals that cannot recognize same sex marriage because of their religious convictions will be criminalized. Here's an example. In Massachusetts, we've already seen a Catholic adoption agency go out of business because the state declared the agency's religious practice of not allowing homosexual couples to adopt illegal. Orphans lose. Society loses. Is this what we want for DC?

Finally, if we redefine marriage and allow two men or two women to marry, we provide the basis for other nontraditional unions to be legalized as marriage. On what grounds will tell three or more persons that can't be married to each other? How then can tell close relatives that can't marry each other? What will stop people from claiming the right to marry small children or pets?

There are more reasons to support traditional marriage, but dcgal will leave those for a future post.