Magic

Time is flying by at a speed I can't even comprehend. It seems that every time I reference time it seems further and further away. Graduation, moving to Philly...when did it go from last week to almost last month? These photos are from a week and a half ago when my brother and I rode our bikes to the breathtaking Philly Magic Gardens...seriously, one of the coolest places Philly has to offer.

This past week Ella and I went to see the badass Swedish sisters behind First Aid Kit. Those girls seriously rocked it. Between their 70s vibes, great music, and etherial set - it was such a fantastic show! This was followed by a perfect weekend with my boyfriend where we ended up getting lost in rural PA, trekking through suburban backyards, laughing over rest stop cheesesteaks, playing mini golf, and cruising with the windows down. We spent a lazy sunday morning making blueberry vegan pancakes. Though I couldn't physically be with my dad, I took this Father's Day to truly appreciate all the opportunities he's given me, from my education to daily advice, he's one of the most important figures in my life. As a truly self-made man, I still idolize him for all of his great qualities and honestly, just for being a great dad. Happy father's day to all the dad's out there!

No Sleep Til Brooklyn

Forever 21 Skirt, Urban Outfitters purse, Target boots

I bought this 'No Sleep Til Brooklyn' shirt from a little shop near my apartment right before I moved out of Brooklyn. Though I'm not the biggest Beastie Boys fan, I do like having something that links me back there. A couple years ago my mother gave me a Hoboken shirt from when she lived there after college. I like the idea of being able to pass along a place of being.

Last night Francesca came over for a vegan dinner (part of my attempt at good habits). We went for a little walk around the neighborhood and snapped these photos at an old church down the street. The air was thick with warmth and the smell of lilac as we walked along a street lined with big, old houses. The area of Philly that I'm living in is an interesting mix between urban and suburban.

Always Sunny

Greetings from Philadelphia! It has been a crazy two weeks. I graduated from NYU, first at Radio City and then at Yankee Stadium. I was so proud and fortunate to have my friends, boyfriend, and family there to support me. My last couple days in New York were spent hanging out on rooftops and celebrating graduation alongside friends. The stress and fear surrounding packing and moving to a new city was dwarfed by the joy and hopefulness that new adventures bring. Don't get me wrong there were tears (of both frustration and sadness), but in hindsight those emotions weren't as powerful as the joys of graduation and the excitement of moving away from my college stomping ground to somewhere I can start fresh. Since I've been here I've explored my new neighborhood both on foot and on my new bike! Last night I went to see Luke Bryan with my love. That man is one heck of a performer! My boyfriend and I were swaying from side to side while watching Luke's (yes, we're on first name basis) antics unfold. With the beautiful night and songs about sunny days and drinking beer, it was the perfect start to the summer. While I'm currently unsure of what the future holds, I know the warm weather will bring good things along with it!