This picture (the first couples on the stairs of the capitol) says so much

[Taverner]

It isn't just hope, or glad Bush is gone...

It is the stark steps of the capitol...grey and unfeeling

And, the color of humanity on top of them. Red jackets. Black boots. Yellow jackets. Black suits.

The faces, they realize the hard work ahead of them.

This will not be Bush 43 waltzing into the Whitehouse like a frat boy, ready to party.

This is a job that will tire them both

Good luck and godspeed Mister Presdient and Vice President!

[Sanity Claws]

1. It looks like they're feeling the gravity of the moment

They know the hard work in front of them.

[Tangerine LaBamba]

2. I think they're just freezing.......

It's so cold here, and there are really strong winds, which are dropping the wind chill to something around 10 degrees.

The Capitol is up on a small hill, and the winds around those steps are icy.

They're just waiting to get back inside. Especially Michelle.

[Sanity Claws]

3. Well, bust my balloon!

You're probably right but I think I'll stick to my more poetic interpretation.

Where's the beer-swilling cat that you had in your signature a few days ago? Bring him back! Bring him back!

[Tangerine LaBamba]

4. He's right here with me, celebrating........

Pounding them down, and between chugs, hissing "OBAMA!"

[FrenchieCat]

5. I think they were just patiently making sure Chimp was leaving

for real!

Bush probably said...."no, go ahead, I'll be fine"

Obama said...."no, that's awright...want to see you off".

[Phillycat]

6. Most importantly, Jill Biden's boots are awesome.