When you’re a Met, you’re a Met all the way

My dad grew up in New Jersey which meant he had a very important decision to make.

Mets or Yankees?

Clearly, he made the wrong choice.  Since I am definitely a daddy’s girl, I too was cursed.  Cursed to love a team that hasn’t won a World Series since 1986.

Without a doubt though, I love the Mets.  They’re like the guy you always hope will change and transform into Prince Charming, but never does.  Nonetheless, they are my team and I can’t get enough of them.  I know every player’s name and their position and who their best friend on the team is and who they’re dating and what their favorite food is.

I’m totally hooked.  Nearly 5 days out of my week are spent watching the Mets give me anxiety.

I dread I will be one of those people who never gets to watch their team win a World Series.

The Mets have definitely taught me a lot about life though.

1. The game is never over, until it’s over.
2. Guys are normally impressed by how much I know about baseball and if they’re not, they’re not the one for me.
3. Orange is an ugly color, no matter what you pair it with.
4. Spanish is an important language to learn.
5. Yankee fans are actually the worse.
6. There’s always next year.
7. Being a Met’s fan makes you tough as hell and a lot harder for anyone to break your heart.
   

   

   

   

My favorite adventure quotes that make great Instagram captions

“Fill your life with adventures, not things.  Have stories to tell, not stuff to show.”

-anon

“If happiness is the goal-and it should be, then adventures should be a priority.”

-Richard Branson

“Be brave.  Be wild.  And stay forever hungry for art, love, knowledge and adventure.

-Erin Van Vuren

“Actually, the best gift you could have given her was a lifetime of adventure.”

-Lewis Carroll

“I took a walk through the woods and came out taller than the trees.”

-Henry David Thoreau

“Don’t be scared to walk alone.  Don’t be afraid to like it.”

-John Muir

“I hope you live a life you’re proud of.  If you find that you are not, I hope you have the strength to start over again.”

-F. Scott Fitzgerald

“There are far better things ahead than any we leave behind.”

-C.S. Lewis

“Traveling is like flirting with life.  It’s like saying, ‘I would stay and love you, but I have to go”

-Lisa Teran

 

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Juan’s Flying Burrito

When most people head on down to New Orleans, they’re wanting Cajun food.  The Cajun food is no doubt, delicious.  From the po-boys to the red beans and rice to the crawfish, there’s nothing like it.

However, if you have spent a of time down in Nola, you’ll start to realize that the spicy food, is a lot to handle eating it, meal after meal.

Which is why, I am so glad my family introduced me to Juan’s Flying Burrito, the best Mexican restaurant there is.  By the way, this is a creole Tacqueria.

It’s the only Mexican restaurant I have ever been that have Mexican sushi.  That’s right, MEXICAN SUSHI.  It comes wrapped in Spanish rice with avocado and whatever protein you like.

The food isn’t just great, the atmosphere is awesome too.

To Explore Taylor’s Mill

In little ol’ Taylors, South Carolina is a mill off of Wade Hampton Boulevard.

Taylor’s Mill includes Due South Coffee roasters.  A great little joint to get a latte, expresso or hot chocolate.  The relaxed lighting is perfect for studying and some nights, they even have live music.

There’s a lot more to discover at Taylor’s Mill.  There are yoga and pilate studios and many local artist have rented out spaces to show off their artwork: paintings, drawings and pottery.

 

Besides all of the great activities to do there, the rustic stone walls and brick buildings are a great place to take senior pictures, wedding photos or just haven your own little photoshoot with your friends.

Rainbow Falls

Who doesn’t love a good waterfall.

Rainbow Falls located in the Great Smoky Mountain National Park is a must for anyone who loves the outdoors.  The way the sun hits the falls brings out the colors of the rainbow.  The hike is a little strenuous, but nothing you can’t handle.

Just make sure you brings lots of water and a few snacks.

The hike takes a couple of hours so bring your eno to hang up once you get to the falls. 

Mount Harvard

Not everyone can get into Harvard, but anyone can climb Mount Harvard out in Colorado.  Colorado is one of America’s treasures.  The mountains there are like no other.  Some trails are more strenuous than others, but Mount Harvard is about an hour long hike from the parking area.  I did it with a kid on my back as a teenager who’s diet consisted of pizza and chocolate.  So I’m pretty sure anyone can conquer Mount Harvard.

Even if the hike is a little tough, the view is totally worth it.  It’s absolutely breathtaking, because you’re so high up and surrounded by mountain tops.

We were so high that there was still some snow on the mountain and we we’re picking up airplane Wi-Fi.

It was definitely an experience to check off your bucket list.

Places I want to go

Italy.

There are so many amazing cites and cities in Italy: Rome, Naples, Sicily, Vatican City, Florence, Tuscany, Venice.

Both of my parents are Italian so I have grown up in the culture and would love to go.

Not just for the sights, but for the food.  I can’t imagine how good the pizza, pasta and wine taste in Italy.

If I won a trip and could visit anywhere, I would definitely choose Italy.

Ice, Ice Baby

Going out to bars can get pretty hot, but that is no issue at Stockholm, Sweden’s Ice Bar.

Swedish absolute vodka will never taste as good as when it’s in a glass made of ICE.  Along with the chairs, tables, walls and even the bar are all made out of frozen H2O.

Outside the bar, the employees will give everyone a warm coat and gloves to keep you warm.

You can even keep your glass if you can get home before it melts.

In the Caribbean? Then Booze Cruise

If you’re ever on a tropical Island, get your sea legs ready, and get on a party boat.

Booze Cruises are so much fun and normally include more than just booze.

In Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, we went snorkeling and got to see fish and dolphins.

Then, the DJ turned on the music and the bartender brought out the rum and punch in coconuts…

Broadway

I’ve been lucky enough to spend a lot of time in New York City, because I have family up there.  I love NYC!  There is no other city like it.

If you’re ever in the city, you HAVE TO see a Broadway show.  It’s worth the money and it’s something everyone needs to experience.  Here are my favorite shows that I’ve seen.

The Phantom of the Opera

Wicked

Kinky Boots

Once

Avita

Les Mis