It's Always Sunny..

I always refer to Philadelphia as my city. I'm not quite sure why, we only go into the city a handful of times of year, but there's just something about Philly. I suppose it's because I know where things are. I know the rich history, where to get good food and see great shows. There's a sense of familiarity walking the streets of Philadelphia that I don't get anywhere else. That being said, there is still so much I can't wait to see and explore. This summer I am looking forward to many day trips into the city with friends. :) With only an hour drive and $15 to park, who wouldn't say yes to an afternoon in town? 

As previously mentioned, you should definitely try to eat at Reading Terminal. I believe there is something for just about everyone here. If you're from way out of town, there is loads of good Pennsylvania products and PA dutch cooking.  As for me (having eaten dutchie food plenty of times) I opted for a delicious Gyro. Mhmm.

 Olympia Gyro (way in the back) comes highly recommended by yours truely. :) Although you can always opt for a classic Philadelphia Cheesesteak.

There's also a great stand with fantastic fresh juices. I love a good smoothie and these guys didn't disappoint. 

 I enjoy just wandering the city, looking at architecture and finding a few of the 3,000+ murals in Philadelphia. 

 left: Old Ben Franklin on top of City hall

right: Independence Hall, where we signed the Declaration of Independence on July 2, 1776.

 The chair in the back is where George Washington himself sat.

I like this city.

Philadelphia

I'm not typically a city kind of girl.. but Philly? I kind of love it. The cheesesteaks, city hall, Phillies games, painted murals, Love Park, and of course, Rocky, are all wonderful. So a date to the Philadelphia Art Museum and then walking down the Benjamin Franklin Parkway? Perfect.

Monet's work is my favorite. So colorful, yet peaceful.

A look down the parkway. It was a lovely walk. :)

Macy's light show. :)

If you're ever in Philly, let me know. I'll tell you all about it and let you know where to get the best cheesesteak..although opinions differ ;). 

Those Nights

 We all expected to leave by 10:30 at the latest.
It was almost an hour later until we all climbed on the coach.
Why?
One comment sparked a spontaneous idea..
..to drive an hour into Philly to get cheese steaks.

 Mind you, not just any cheese steaks. 

 The one and only, best in Philly, drive two hours for.. Geno's cheese steaks.
They were delicious.

As we drove home through the rain, a thought occurred to me.
That these nights, these few hours, were the ones that would become memories.
Memories that would last.

 Years later..we'll remember that one time we decided to get cheese steaks..
from Philly, in the rain, at 1am. 

 The crazy ideas are always the good ones. Always.

Take Me Out to the Ball Game

My sister and I went to a Phillie's game back in May and (of course!) I took pictures. I love action. Sports photography is probably one of my favorites, even if baseball isn't the most action-packed sport. Enjoy!