maillot.

why must this cost so ridonkalonk?

Brooklyn.

I'm headed back to NYC for a relaxing weekend to see friends in a couple weeks. I can't wait to spend some time in Brooklyn - probably the coolest place ever.



buy this map.

Vacation.

Lobsterman and I are officially saving up to plan a big vacation this Spring. I have no idea where we're going to go. It will all depend on how much money we'll be able to save by the new year when it's time to book tickets. Want to know where I'd like to go? Take a guess.







Rome. I am dying to get to Italy and explore the architecture and eat pasta until my belt busts. Fingers crossed we make it there!

And I'm Back.

If you've never driven cross country before, I HIGHLY suggest it. My Lobsterman and I mostly camped at national parks along the way (which was often very cold). It was a great money saver since we didn't have to go to a restaurant for every meal. And I must admit, it was pretty fun too. Here are some highlights of the trip!

Dairy farms in the midwest



Driving under the arch in St. Louis



World-famous BBQ at Arthur Bryant's in Kansas City



Hanging out with a herd of elk in the Rockies



The Grand Canyon. I thought I was looking at something on television - it was so unreal.




Monument Valley in Utah. This is the "mexican hat" since it looks like a sombrero. I didn't see it.



Scenes of Southern Utah





Arches National Park



Hikes in the mountains that would lead to snow and ice!




Our home away from home



I'll have these memories forever. If anyone needs any cross country trip advice, give me a shout. Let the holiday gift guides begin!

Globetrotting.

Next year my best friend and I are planning a trip to Chile, Peru or Argentina - we're not sure what route we're going to take yet. Has anyone been to any of these places? Any suggestions? I personally want to see Machu Picchu.



Image from Teen Vogue