venice

Third Stop: Venice

Venice, the most beautiful city on Earth. Full of  secret alleyways, glittering facades, and romantic shuttered windows, we spent a day and a half there, but not long enough. We wandered around, got lost in the labyrinth, ate the best meal of our lives, and visited a Salvador Dali exhibit that blew our minds. The hostel was horrible, but there was a bed, and that was all we needed besides each other in this city. We could have wandered around for days and been equally elated every moment. 

weekly scenes

This past week has been strangely relaxing. At times the pace may have ticked a bit too slowly, but it's good to get the heart rate down every once in a while. I'm not so sure where this week will fall into the scope of things. Preceded by big events and knowing that exciting things are coming up, it's that strange lull in between: the calm before the storm and the settling after the earth quake. 

The good thing is that with a new-found pace I was able to catch up with old friends. There was a road trip through PA on a beautiful fall weekend, and I managed to pack in a fair amount of hiking. The outdoor air is just beginning to change, and each breath of it feels so good. The crispy air in my lungs, it's about to be my favorite time of year.

1. Baked goods from Kristina Boggs

2. Oliver, the adorable new kitten

3-4. Monday night dinner

5-7. Fishing and hiking in Tyler State Park

8-12. Hiking the Appalachian trail with old college friends

personal day

I had a little bit of an accident the other day and ended up taking an impromptu personal day from work. It was one of the best decisions ever. Adam has Tuesdays off, so we slept in late and then had breakfast in bed. After that we drove out to Tyler State Park for a day of hiking and fishing which was followed by some small town exploration, dinner, and ice cream. What a magical day. Personal days are a great invention. :)

a shore fine day

Melodies burned into the asphalt
Stretching out before us
And trailing behind for a million miles:

Back to the sea,
Back to the shore.
Drive me home.

(words via here)