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charleston, y'all

Well, oops.  Haven't update my blog in forever.  Sorry, y'all.

2 weeks ago I went to Charleston, the land where dreams come true.  Well, maybe not everyone's dreams, but definitely mine.

Everyone asks me why I love Charleston so much.  And I try so hard every time to answer it perfectly. But, words just don't (and can't) do it justice.  But I'll try to briefly explain here.  It's the antebellum architecture, perfectly preserved.  It's the magnolias and spanish moss.  It's the palmettos and marsh. Marsh, marsh everywhere.  It's the wrought iron gates and piazzas.  It's the waterfront parks and and sweetgrass.  It's the steeples and the cobblestone streets.  It's the culture, the food, the art.  Mostly though, it's a feeling.  A giddiness.  If I had to choose one word to describe the Holy City, it would be magical.

P.S. I read this quote while I was in the Gibbes Art Museum that described Charleston as "the beautiful city that time forgot."  Couldn't have said it better myself.

P.P.S. As always, here are some pics.

Takin on the big city

New York City.  Wow.  Talk about sensory overload.  Even for someone as ADD as I am, it was overwhelming.  In an incredibly fun way, but also in an exhausting way.  Seriously.  As soon as I was out of the city limits I felt my body and mind crumple with fatigue.  Yesterday I was a zombie.  But, it was oh so worth it.  Instead of boring you with all the details of the trip I will give y'all my 3 highlights and then post some pics.

1)  Spending time with Anna.  She is so full of joy and goofiness.  Luckily it is contagious so I was in a fantastic mood all weekend.  My heart just explodes with love for her so the best part of my weekend was spending every single moment together exploring the city.

2)  The food.  No words.  I have recently developed into a self-proclaimed foodie. I definitely can say that I ate my way through the city.  Oops.

3)  The Met.  I love art.  I can't make it, but I am dang good at appreciating it.  I seriously teared up as I entered the uber-famous museum.  Judge me.

My current prayer:


Dear Lord, let Your Word be the lens through which I view my own circumstances.  Through which I view the world.  The lens through which I view others.  Through which I let the beauty of this world lead me back to You.  Through which I can find joy in the hard and ugly moments.

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Now This is Art...

So You Think You Can Dance (Season 9) - Choreographed by Stacy Tookey

Have y'all been listening to Maroon 5's new album on repeat?  Or is that just me?


This one might be my favorite, perfect for spontaneous dance parties in the living room with Lindsay.

Love Somebody - Maroon 5

NYC Bound

So on Friday I will be in NYC to frolic and reunite with one of my best friends, Anna, among many other friends.  My heart bursts with joy when I think about all the friends I will be seeing and all of the fun things to be done and good food to be eaten.  I've only been to the city once before and I LOVED it...so much to see and do.  My senses go wild.  If you have any suggestions of what to do, where to go, etc. please share them with me.  So far the list includes the MOMA, a free Philharmonic concert in Central Park, lots of shopping and even more eating.  I'll post pictures next week!

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Confession

Apparently my love for Demi Lovato's music didn't die when I graduated high school.  Oops.  I hate to admit it but I can't get this song outta my head...in a...gasp...good way.  

My soul is aching for Charleston.  I know it sounds silly, to yearn for a place, but I need to be surrounded by cobblestone, water, and that Charleston charm.  

Official countdown until I am reunited with the place that I so love:  1 month

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can't get this song outta my head

Brendan James - Stupid for Your Love

Eric Hutchinson Concert

Friday night I semi-spontaneously (don't ask) attended an Eric Hutchinson concert.  I was a little hesitant to spend my $$$ on it, but am so glad I did.  He is GREAT live.  Let's just say that there was lots of dancing.  And really, that is enough for me to consider a concert a successful night.  If you ever have the opportunity to see him, GO!  Here is a taste of what his concerts are like:

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, LIL

Thursday was my roommate and BFF, Lillie's birthday.  I love birthdays because it gives you a chance to dedicate to spend an entire day celebrating someone you care about and showering them with love and attention.  Lillie particularly makes my life significantly brighter through her zest for life, radiant hair and smile,  It is an opportunity to thank people for loving you with actions, not just words. 

We celebrated Lillie by going to South Street Brewery at midnight where a live band very slowly played their rendition of "Happy Birthday".  In the morning we ate homemade pancakes and then ventured off to Castle Hill Cider for the afternoon (check out the website...it is incredible...definitely a fantastic venue for a wedding).  We tasted cider, ate scrumptious cheese and hula hooped (yes, you read that correctly).  We then watched the sunset from Carter's Mountain while picnicking and people (aka couple) watching.  The night ended with birthday cupcakes and champagne.  A successful 21st if I do say so myself (and I do!).