Atlantic City

This week has firmed up my summer plans for me — from mid-June to late July I will be hiking the Colorado Trail (500 miles from Denver to Durango) with my best friend. We met as random roommates studying abroad in Florence. Fast forward to four years and three cities later, we are sadly parting ways. I cannot think of a better way to cap our last four years than with a soul-searching, ass-whooping, beautiful trip. She has been my rock through countless major life events and I really can't think of a better person to complete this journey with! It's going to be tough, and there will be countless tears, but I think we will both come out on the other side as strong, better women. Regardless of what happens, I'll have my best friend at my side and that's really all that matters.

Oregon Photo Diary

Donuts, cats and school buses — oh my! Here is my photo diary from my recent trip to Oregon. Portland was beyond hip, you could just feel the vibrancy of the city all around. Colorful, eclectic, it was exactly what I pictured it to be! The food was amazing, especially these donuts from Voodoo Donuts...there's a reason the line wraps around the block. One of the highlights of our trip though was staying on this magic school bus in Eugene on a farm with horses. Hippie vibes all the way. I don't think I've ever slept so well — up high, cozy under the covers next to the cool metal roof. I could have stayed there for much longer. Cooking our meals on a hot plate, eating them in a little breakfast nook, it gave me a glimpse of what else my life could be like. It really brought out the bohemian in me. It's amazing how looking through these photos make me long to go back there. Stay tuned for my photos from the Redwoods and California!

Vermont Photo Diary

Vermont is a very special place to me. Though it’s not where I grew up, my parent’s house in Woodstock, VT feels like home. Drinks by the fire, my dog at my feet, always a meal on the stove. It’s a place where I sleep better, feel healthier and breathe better. Working a full-time job means that weekend getaways are usually as tiring and they are relaxing. Sleeping 5 hours, going on a 2 hour snowshoe, hitting the sauna. Spending the afternoon tracing my fingers over vintage items at the antique mall. Learning how to shoot a gun, teaching Chloe how to drive manual, followed by cocktails and burgers. Vermont is just so peaceful and serene. My lungs felt better after spending time outside, hiking around the national park in my parent’s backyard. Here are some snapshots from my short, sweet, and wonderful weekend!

Montreal Photo Diary Pt 2

Pictures taken at the Montreal Biodome