The week flew by, did it not? It’s such a beautiful day and I may have to go for a walk but first, it’s time to do my week in review! I was feeling chit chatty earlier this week and talked everything from building a website to discussing how incredible Simone Biles is. I’ve been using the Caribbean Black Soap from Fox Trading Co. and have decided I need to use more of their stuff. I’ve even got my boyfriend hooked. These are quality soap bars, make no mistake! I’m continuing with Barre classes and the hopes of having a
Category: Travel
Craigdarroch Castle, Victoria, British Columbia
“I’m going to see a castle!” I said joyously. “Actually, it’s not technically a castle.” said basically everyone in response, because apparently all of humanity has been to Europe and seen real castles. Even the server at the Empress who overheard my comment had to chime in and say it was too small to be a castle. I found this annoying because despite being an adult, I still find the ideas of castles to be enchanting and full of magic, but damned if they aren’t right. Even Wikipedia uses quotations around the word “castle” to denote that Craigdarroch is merely
Fourth of July in Washington D.C.
It’s taken me over a month to post about the Fourth of July, but I DID IT (eventually) and here it is. This was going to be a special fourth of July for me. It had been on my bucket list to celebrate our nation *in* the nation’s capital for a while. Unfortunately, it turned into a political monster with the announcement of tanks and a salute to America, but all I really cared about was the fireworks. I’m so basic. Everyone gathered on the lawn of the Washington Monument. There was definitely a laidback party atmosphere. Although I couldn’t
Camp Fashion at the Met
I am well aware of the Met Costume Institute and I always hoped that one day I’d see an exhibit. I did, and you wouldn’t believe it but the theme was so perfect for someone like me to see. It was all about CAMP. Camp as in tacky as hell clothing. How great is that? It’s like they knew I was coming and put out all the best stuff just for me. Although I describe camp as “tacky” the Met has chosen to use a better description via their website, in which the exhibit “examines how the elements of irony,
Lindt’s Truffles!
Lindt’s truffles are my dream come true. They are the PERFECT truffle. Trust me, I know. I’ve been a chocolate truffle monster sniffing out candy in many a place and these mass produced chocolates are the ones I come back to time and time again. They always make me close my eyes and say “Oh. My. God.” every time I take a bite. So you can imagine my reaction upon seeing a store dedicated to these awesome goodies in New York City. I entered and I grabbed EVERY TYPE THEY HAD. And then I went back and grabbed extras because
Bad Blogging and Vacation Recovery
I’m so tired. Why is it that sometimes you need a vacation after a vacation? I should hashtag this as #FirstWorldProblems. However, I am going to be an exceptionally bad blogger today because my energy just isn’t as focused as it should be. I had to ransack the cabin we were staying in to look for my Beats headphones only to find them already packed and tucked inside my backpack. I mean just look at that last sentence. Rambling much, Kristen? Clearly I’ve been a complete mess since six o clock in the morning. So I’m going to show several
Chicago on Broadway!
I’m so lucky. I need to stress that. I am so incredibly lucky. My favorite musical of all time is Chicago. The plot line involves a prison full of women who are there because they murdered their significant others. As the musical unfolds, you watch as they build defenses based on lies and try to use the media to their advantage. I love the music, the storyline, Roxy Hart’s devious ways, and Velma Kelly’s attempts to maintain her fame. It’s sexy. It’s funny. And it’s even better live and on Broadway. My significant other might have had concerns about my complete adoration for a story
Chocolatiere de Victoria, a Shop in Victoria, British Columbia
I got drunk on truffles. You read that right. I GOT DRUNK ON TRUFFLES. That’s not meant to be a metaphor. The truffles I ate were infused with brandy. Taking a bite literally felt like taking a shot of the hard stuff. It made my belly warm, my mouth happy and me tipsy. I’m what you might call a “lightweight”. When in Victoria, British Columbia, this new novel idea was presented to me in the shop Chocolatiere de Victoria as I sniffed for truffles. I had never seen them with alcohol and there were so many options! I wanted one
An Open Letter to Boston, Massachusetts
Dear Boston To be honest, I have a bias towards you. I have family here so it always gives me warm feelings when I arrive within your city limits. Your city, while holding many monuments, is not a tribute to the past. It is an example of change, progressiveness and revolution. I found myself standing on history while feeling like history is still being made. It was a strange connection to the past and present that I cannot quite communicate in words. 2 hours later, enjoying a downpour! My boyfriend through gritted teeth was saying, “this is not the time
An Open Letter to New York City
Dear New York City, My first impression of you was that you were exactly like the movies said you were: full of loud people who communicated by yelling and honking at each other. You also had beautiful people with all the designer brands on their arm and were the center of the universe. But, that’s only the surface. You’re not any of that really. You’re more of a surprise than an expectation. I will say you’re city stinks. No, it literally reeks of horse manure and piss. Then again, your public restrooms actually had urine on the floors. I guess