Almost everyone in my senior class of high school new that I had a bit of a cough drop addiction. I don’t know why, but they were delicious and I ate them like candy. In high school, I was all about Hall’s Cherry cough drops. Since then, I’ve moved onwards and upwards to Ricola Honey Lemon cough drops. Yum!
Is anyone else totally in love with the pastels, bright white, and gold trend going on this summer? Or, alternatively, the vibrant neon color trend? Personally, I can’t choose which one I like better. But summer colors and trends are my absolute favorite! Recently, I visited Monaco, a tiny country along the southern coast of France (an easy breezy 20 minute train ride from Nice), and I am convinced that this country has unintentionally (or maybe intentionally, who knows) created a kick-ass color scheme that makes is absolutely stunning and incredible to visit, especially in the summer. Seriously, go to Monaco and simply feast your eyes upon the beauty.
The country is small and definitely walkable, but there is a hop on/hop off bus option, as well as local buses if your feet are complaining a bit too much. However, Monaco is a great place for simply strolling along the waterfront or getting lost in tiny allies with little shops while eating gelato (the gelato is an important part!).
I have a tendency to live with my head in the clouds on a daily basis; I’ve been known to daydream mid-lecture or class and plan an entire trip during this daydream. Yesterday, one of my daydream trips became real: I ventured into the highlands of Scotland, and it was stunning, so much more than any national geographic photographer can convey in a single shot.
I flew into Inverness (pronounced with an emphasis on the “ness,” breaking it up into Inver-ness), figured out the bus situation (Thank you, Google Maps) and by the grace of God somehow wandered through town and arrived at the cute little B&B, Sandy’s.
Last weekend, I had the wonderful experience of visiting Paris. The city of love, lights, crepes, bread and cheese, and beautiful views. And I have to tell you, Paris totally surpassed all of my expectations.
Before I left for Paris, I wasn’t sure how to feel. I know, that sounds crazy, it’s Paris, how could I not love it? But I had heard differing opinions on the city, ranging from it being a tourist-invaded hell to a city that held on to its cultural roots and beauty. What I have discovered after my weekend there, is that it’s a little bit of both, but regardless, Paris is enthralling.