For the first time in weeks, it was less than 90 degrees out today and I could even turn off the a/c for the night. After over 42 days of above 90 degree temps, I am ready for some fresh air. Who cares that I can hear the CSX train rumbling down the tracks at all hours of the night? NOT ME!! I think it was a little unfair that the first summer I had to pay my own utility bills was the hottest June-July on record, but let's face it, there are far worse things to worry about.
I better breathe in all this cool air now, because I know we'll be back in inverno-ville soon enough....
Friday, July 30, 2010
Sunday, July 25, 2010
Shot Guns, Mountains, and Apple Butter - Must be West Virginia...
West Virginia is to Washington D.C. as Iowa is to Minnesota.
By that I mean that Minnesotans laugh at people from Iowa for being country bumpkins that are born, grow up, and grow old in the same small town. People from the D.C. metro area look at West Virginia like it's another world, but honestly, it really is. As much as Minnesotans can make fun of Iowans, they are pretty darn similar even though Minnesota has more large urban centers. West Virginia, on the other hand, would be the polar opposite as D.C. with the state motto being "Wild and Wonderful".
We stayed at a lodge in the Allegheny mountains to escape the heat, pollution, and general rat race of D.C. and the time away was both needed and well spent. Driving through the rolling mountains of WV made us quote John Denver more than once. We all got our share of apple butter, local honey, and I saw more gun/tobacco/family dollar stores than I will ever see again in my entire life. We found a delicious Dairy Queen, rode a chair lift to take a woodsy hike, visited a general store, and stayed in the Raven Lodge.
West Virginians - I could NEVER EVER live in your state (I was entirely too excited to have cell service, Starbucks, and Target stores on the way home), but you're BEAUTIFUL. Thanks for having us!
By that I mean that Minnesotans laugh at people from Iowa for being country bumpkins that are born, grow up, and grow old in the same small town. People from the D.C. metro area look at West Virginia like it's another world, but honestly, it really is. As much as Minnesotans can make fun of Iowans, they are pretty darn similar even though Minnesota has more large urban centers. West Virginia, on the other hand, would be the polar opposite as D.C. with the state motto being "Wild and Wonderful".
We stayed at a lodge in the Allegheny mountains to escape the heat, pollution, and general rat race of D.C. and the time away was both needed and well spent. Driving through the rolling mountains of WV made us quote John Denver more than once. We all got our share of apple butter, local honey, and I saw more gun/tobacco/family dollar stores than I will ever see again in my entire life. We found a delicious Dairy Queen, rode a chair lift to take a woodsy hike, visited a general store, and stayed in the Raven Lodge.
West Virginians - I could NEVER EVER live in your state (I was entirely too excited to have cell service, Starbucks, and Target stores on the way home), but you're BEAUTIFUL. Thanks for having us!
Sunday, July 18, 2010
Welcome, Pals
Hi pals, bienvenidos to my new blog. I hope you all enjoy reading, but most importantly, I hope I keep up in writing about it. The more I thought about it, so much of my life in the city revolves around adventures I have owning my condo, out on the town with my gal-pals, and watching the city, Washington D.C., change around me.
Without further delay, here is a preview of what these posts will offer.
Are You Kidding Me - Despite D.C. being an awesome city, some things happen here that are unbelievable.
Culinary Adventures - Recipes and stories from the approximately 5 feet of counter space in my kitchen.
Condo Conundrums - First time home ownership at its best.
I'm Secretly a Grandma - Sometimes I am a 70-year-old trapped in a younger body. You'll enjoy these.
The Cupcake Files - Most of you already know that I love cupcakes and like to try the near and far. Sad for you, you'll only get to see pictures and I will do all the eating!
Out and About - My various adventures.
Without further delay, here is a preview of what these posts will offer.
Are You Kidding Me - Despite D.C. being an awesome city, some things happen here that are unbelievable.
Culinary Adventures - Recipes and stories from the approximately 5 feet of counter space in my kitchen.
Condo Conundrums - First time home ownership at its best.
I'm Secretly a Grandma - Sometimes I am a 70-year-old trapped in a younger body. You'll enjoy these.
The Cupcake Files - Most of you already know that I love cupcakes and like to try the near and far. Sad for you, you'll only get to see pictures and I will do all the eating!
Out and About - My various adventures.
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