We've decided not to go down to the inauguration.

The excuses are rational. Too cold (I don't like to be cold. Nor do the children). Nearby metro stops have been closed (So the cold children will have to walk some distance). No strollers allowed (So, we'll be carrying the tired and cold children who should be walking). No bags allowed (So, no snacks for the tired and cold children we'll be carrying but should be walking). Too crowded (so our tired, cold, and hungry children that we are carrying will be smushed in the crowd and not be able to see anything ... And if I want to get all alarmist, they'll be stolen because they are so cute!).

But, still.