Adventures
Padfoot the Reluctant Traveler
I call myself an indecisive traveler because I don’t like to choose just one place to travel, one job to work, or even one place to eat. My dog, Padfoot, however, is more of a Reluctant Traveler than anything else. Maybe some of you travelers and/or pet lovers can understand my struggle. How far would you go to stay with… Continue reading
Apple Picking at Eckert’s Farm
Apple picking is one of those cliche fall activities that I am totally in love with. I don’t care that I have to drive to a farm far outside the city. I don’t even mind the cheesy families or kitchy decor. There is simply something rather satisfying about picking my own apples.
I grew up in a suburb outside of… Continue reading
10 Things I Miss About Buenos Aires
Now that I am back in the US, people are constantly asking me if I am happy to be home. My usual answer is “In the US, usually, in St. Louis, not really. (More on my love/hate relationship with St. Louis here.) Overall, I am happy to be back in the US, but there are still many things I… Continue reading
Convincing a Mendoza Bus Driver to Drive Me Home
I studied abroad in Mendoza, Argentina when I was 18 years old. Prior to that trip, my travels had been limited to horrible road trips with my family. Everything from the plane ride to learning how to properly pack a carry on was completely new to me. One thing I struggled with was dealing with public transportation. I had many… Continue reading
Silly Sights in New York City: A Photo Essay
New York City is full of so many incredible, beautiful, and picturesque sites. I took photos of a lot of those, of course, but instead of showing you a photo essay with the Statue of Liberty, Empire State Building, and other such tourist attractions, I thought I’d say some of New York’s personality with you. Here are some silly sights… Continue reading
Times Square: The Glowing Place We Love to Hate
Local New Yorkers tend to hate Times Square. This major commercial area in Manhattan is always lit-up, constantly crowded, and, of course, a huge tourist attraction. Everyone has heard New Yorkers gripe about it, or even travelers who have visited New York several times. It’s as if going to Times Square automatically stamps you as a lame tourist. Go ahead… Continue reading
