NYC

The official countdown, 2 sleeps until the Mr and I are off to explore NYC. I have anticipated this moment, let's see..all my life!!

If it were any other city I'd find it exhilarating traveling to a new place and experiencing everything for the first time with no preconceived ideas and expectations. However, it has been of utmost importance to me that I am well prepared for impending NYC trip to avoid missing a single beat. Over the last few months I have been furiously researching.

Of the rap, my regular playlist goes something like this: Nas, Jadakiss, GZA, Raekwon, Kool G Rap, Jay-Z, Guru, Aesop rock, A Tribe Called Quest, Eric B. & Rakim, French Montana, Pete Rock, Smif-n-Wessun and of course Wu-Tang Clan. I have been homied up to the eye-balls. All in good prep.



Some reading candy:

• Lily Brett - New York 
• Tama Janowitz - Area Code 212: New York Days, New York Nights
• Decoded - Jay-Z

A blog I just cannot shake:
Isaac Likes

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lovely Lorne

A bunch of six sweet peeps ventured to the seaside town of Lorne for the weekend. Two of the bunch had been furiously training for the last 6 months to compete in their first ultra marathon. History in the making. The rest of us just tagged along for the fun of it and had the chance to explore the Great Ocean Road.

I hadn't counted on being lucky enough to spot so much wildlife. After spending the better half of Saturday morning feeding about 15 Cockatoos with some salvaged crackers from the night before, we realized this act was not remotely encouraged by the owners of the house. Oops. Worth every bit of rebellion I say!

We spent Saturday afternoon road tripping along the Great Ocean Road, passing through Apollo Bay and ending up at the 12 Apostles. Along the way we were under strict instruction to spot Koala's among the tree tops - which we did! We also saw a small fox dash out on the road!

After retiring from exploration we refueled in a daggy tea room before beginning the drive back to Lorne for a cozy night in.

Sunday finally came around, the hard work paid off and the boys had a triumphant finish! What an experience watching them cross the finish line!

I cannot wait for more Great Ocean Road adventures.

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monday memories

Sydney, Australia

23rd January 2012


A girls trip to Sydney was the perfect finale to top off my Summer holiday. Especially when the bulk of the trip revolved around spending great quality time hanging out, exploring and indulging in great food and wine with the best kind of friends.

 I cannot believe May is upon us already and this trip took place over 3 months ago, crazy town. While the cooler temperature of Autumn welcomes warm soups and cozy nights in I still miss sunshine and beach time.
Keep warm lovelies. 

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