I finally received my diploma today! I am finally done with school. Hello real world!
Thursday, August 18, 2011
Thursday, August 11, 2011
A Phillies Fan in Baltimore
So as part of my graduation gift from my boyfriend, I was able to spend the day in Baltimore (B-more as I have since been calling it since freshman year at York College) and go to an Oriole's game against the Blue Jays.
We left around 10am and pulled into the Hyatt parking garage at noon. Just an FYI...if you ever park there, expect to pay $27 if you are there for more than 5 hours. As we're walking down the street the first thing we see is Camden Yards and a bunch of Ravens jerseys. Little did we know the Ravens were holding open practice/meet and greet at M&T Bank Stadium. No big deal. We continue discussing what we (I) want to do.
We finally decided to go to the Sports Museum and Babe Ruth Birthplace Museum. We walk into the Sports Museum and buy tickets ($12 a piece for both places, not a bad deal). We both found the Sports Museum to be really cool. I definitely think its a place I want to go back to a take my dad. The first floor was all Oriole's stuff (I personally was upset by seeing the 1983 World Series trophy since the O's beat the Phillies). Downstairs was all Maryland athletes/colleges. A short walk upstairs brought you to the Baltimore Colrs/Ravens section.
From there, we walked the 2 and a half block to Babe Ruth's birthplace. Kinda boring. The only interesting thing that happened was a guy commented me on the shirt I was wearing. He was a Phillies fan and I had on a Halladay Blue Jays t-shirt. I must say, people in Baltimore are more friendly than us fans here in Philly. But I wouldn't change our passion for anything.
At this time, it was about 2:30/3 o'clock and we were hungry. A friend of mine was in the city a few weeks ago and highly recommended Pratt St. Ale House. So, that's where we went. Food was amazing. We got cheese fries as an app and they were to die for. I then got the Panko Crab Cakes (appetizer). These were three little crab cakes, but mixed with the fries, was just the right size for lunch. Plus, they were also to die for.
Since we still had time to kill before the game started we took a walk down to the Inner Harbor. I wanted to go to Top of the World, which is on the 27th floor of the World Trade Center. Not to sound racist or anything, but you would think they would have more security than what they did. But anywho....this was a great place to see all of Inner Harbor, and to see how many miles you are from other major cities throughout the world. After we got done there, we walked around to the other side of the harbor and walked up Federal Hill. This was a beautiful park (if you don't mind walking up hill) and you got a great view of the harbor.
The weather was amazing that day. Until we got to the stadium. After going through the gates, we went to the Oriole's store, saw the end of batting practice, and then up to our seats. Sure enough as soon as we get to the seats, tarp comes on and the rain comes. Hour and 15 minute rain delay. Rain continues off and on the rest of the game. Orioles win 6-2. As a fan of the National League, I kept waiting for there to be a double switch, pinch hitter, something. But no. Darn you American League and your designated hitter.
To kill some time after the game, we went back to the Hyatt and had a drink. (well...Boyfriend drank, I didn't). According to him it was an overpriced drink but still good.
Overall, it was an awesome day. Not once did I feel like something would happen to either one of us. Police were out everywhere and the Hyatt had security walking in the parking garage. The city itself was also very clean. There's a few things we didn't get the chance to do (Geppi's, Aquarium), but since it's only a two hour drive we can go back and do another day trip. The only thing we would have done different is, we would have gotten a hotel room to spend the night.
We left around 10am and pulled into the Hyatt parking garage at noon. Just an FYI...if you ever park there, expect to pay $27 if you are there for more than 5 hours. As we're walking down the street the first thing we see is Camden Yards and a bunch of Ravens jerseys. Little did we know the Ravens were holding open practice/meet and greet at M&T Bank Stadium. No big deal. We continue discussing what we (I) want to do.
From there, we walked the 2 and a half block to Babe Ruth's birthplace. Kinda boring. The only interesting thing that happened was a guy commented me on the shirt I was wearing. He was a Phillies fan and I had on a Halladay Blue Jays t-shirt. I must say, people in Baltimore are more friendly than us fans here in Philly. But I wouldn't change our passion for anything.
At this time, it was about 2:30/3 o'clock and we were hungry. A friend of mine was in the city a few weeks ago and highly recommended Pratt St. Ale House. So, that's where we went. Food was amazing. We got cheese fries as an app and they were to die for. I then got the Panko Crab Cakes (appetizer). These were three little crab cakes, but mixed with the fries, was just the right size for lunch. Plus, they were also to die for.
Since we still had time to kill before the game started we took a walk down to the Inner Harbor. I wanted to go to Top of the World, which is on the 27th floor of the World Trade Center. Not to sound racist or anything, but you would think they would have more security than what they did. But anywho....this was a great place to see all of Inner Harbor, and to see how many miles you are from other major cities throughout the world. After we got done there, we walked around to the other side of the harbor and walked up Federal Hill. This was a beautiful park (if you don't mind walking up hill) and you got a great view of the harbor.
The weather was amazing that day. Until we got to the stadium. After going through the gates, we went to the Oriole's store, saw the end of batting practice, and then up to our seats. Sure enough as soon as we get to the seats, tarp comes on and the rain comes. Hour and 15 minute rain delay. Rain continues off and on the rest of the game. Orioles win 6-2. As a fan of the National League, I kept waiting for there to be a double switch, pinch hitter, something. But no. Darn you American League and your designated hitter.
To kill some time after the game, we went back to the Hyatt and had a drink. (well...Boyfriend drank, I didn't). According to him it was an overpriced drink but still good.
Overall, it was an awesome day. Not once did I feel like something would happen to either one of us. Police were out everywhere and the Hyatt had security walking in the parking garage. The city itself was also very clean. There's a few things we didn't get the chance to do (Geppi's, Aquarium), but since it's only a two hour drive we can go back and do another day trip. The only thing we would have done different is, we would have gotten a hotel room to spend the night.
Wednesday, August 10, 2011
Excited
While most of you know (or have read previous posts), I absolutely hate the month of August. However, I found a bright spot. I'm finally going to Wilmington, NC at the end of the month to see One Tree Hill film. This is something I wanted to do since I heard this would be the last season (starting in January 2012). Well...I've wanted to go for a few years now, but this would actually be my last chance to see the actually filming, not just where they filmed. Another cool thing is Wilmington is where the filmed Dawson's Creek, which I loved watching when I was growing up (and in all honesty, it was probably too mature for me at my age, but me and my mom watched it together so oh well).
But I'm just really excited. And since I'm also into scrapbooking, I was thinking of making a plain one to take just in case I'm able to get any autographs.
But I'm just really excited. And since I'm also into scrapbooking, I was thinking of making a plain one to take just in case I'm able to get any autographs.
Friday, August 5, 2011
Little known facts about me
I never liked the month of August, mainly because it meant the end of summer. Now I really hate it because it is a month of death. Within less than 3 weeks of each other in 2010 I lost my dog and my grandfather. There's not a day I don't think about either one of them.
I'm just like my grandfather and father in certain mannerisms.
I look just like my dad.
I hate wearing glasses, but can't wear contacts, and am too afraid of surgery.
I love road trips, and wish I could take more of them.
I have a short temper that gets me in trouble with friends. But when I'm able to get away and clear my mind, I'm okay. I just need space.
Scrapbooking helps clear my mind.
I wish I exercised more and enjoyed running. I just need more motivation.
I feel like as I'm growing older I'm losing friends who I thought were close to me. However, I feel like I become closer to my friends who I don't talk to/see all the time.
There's many things I wish to accomplish/see in my life and I'm afraid I won't get to do them all.
I just read the entire Harry Potter series in under three weeks.
From my previous statement, you can tell I enjoy reading. However, that was not always the case. Reading is more fun when you're not forced to do it.
My favorite time of the year is late September/early October when it's still warm out but starting to get colder.
I played softball from the time I was 5 until I was 22. The only reason I stopped was because I wouldn't be on campus my final semester of college. The only time I don't miss playing is when the temperatures are 85+ degrees outside.
I believe everything happens for a reason. I met my boyfriend 4 days before my grandmother died. Without even knowing me that well, he was there for me more than anyone else...and we weren't even together. He's been there for me everyday since.
If I ever move down South, it would be for one of two reasons: (1) I was offered a job (2) sweet tea.
My two favorite shows are NCIS and One Tree Hill. And both happen to air on Tuesdays at 8pm. This causes a major dilemma for me.
I love wedding shows. But I really should stop watching them until I get engaged. (I type this as I watch Four Weddings on TLC).
Jersey Shore is a guilty pleasure TV show.
I love meeting athletes and getting their autographs.
One of my favorite memories growing up was going to my grandparents house every Saturday and my Pop Pop would always have cracker barrel cheese in the house for me. He would always cut me some and make me a Shirley Temple. Now we just have weekly lunches :)
Similar to any other Jersey girl, I love being tan. However, I refuse to fake bake or spray tan. I just tan very well in the summer out in the sun and it lasts all year. Gotta love the Italian blood.
I grew up with TGIFridays on ABC and '90s Nickelodeon shows. I still reference them. I also believe I learned most of life's lessons from Boy Meets World and Mr. Feeny.
I absolutely love pepperoni cheese steaks from Jimmi's Pizzeria.
Monday, July 18, 2011
Tuesday, July 12, 2011
This is kind of how I feel with my life right now. I just feel like I have nothing going on and nothing to look forward to. I'm getting down on myself about not having a job, which is frustrating. My friends (who are also unemployed for the most part) always want to go out and try to force me to go out even though I really have no money; and the money I do have I want to save so I can do something more fun than just going out to a bar to drink.
I want to be able to go places and have fun with what I'm doing. I'm tired of living with my parents. I want the next part of my life to start. That can't (or at least won't) happen until I get a job. My boyfriend and I decided we would start talking about the future once I graduated school...now it's we'll talk about the future once I find a job. I just feel like that will never happen.
It's like I told my boyfriend last night. I'm just going to start applying to jobs I'm qualified for and interested in no matter where the position is located. It's not like I have anything going for me in my current location at this point.
I want to be able to go places and have fun with what I'm doing. I'm tired of living with my parents. I want the next part of my life to start. That can't (or at least won't) happen until I get a job. My boyfriend and I decided we would start talking about the future once I graduated school...now it's we'll talk about the future once I find a job. I just feel like that will never happen.
It's like I told my boyfriend last night. I'm just going to start applying to jobs I'm qualified for and interested in no matter where the position is located. It's not like I have anything going for me in my current location at this point.
Wednesday, July 6, 2011
Things that annoy me...(in no particular order)
Hypocrites
Liars
Cheaters
People who don't push their chairs in after getting up from a table
People who don't turn their blinkers off
People who are more than 15 minutes late...really how hard is it to show up when you say you will
Not calling/texting when you say you will...I shouldn't have to wait by the phone all night for you
Not telling me the entire truth...either tell me everything...or nothing...either way I'll be mad
People who don't give credit where credit is due
Liars
Cheaters
People who don't push their chairs in after getting up from a table
People who don't turn their blinkers off
People who are more than 15 minutes late...really how hard is it to show up when you say you will
Not calling/texting when you say you will...I shouldn't have to wait by the phone all night for you
Not telling me the entire truth...either tell me everything...or nothing...either way I'll be mad
People who don't give credit where credit is due
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