End of an Era

Today is my last day in my 20s.  Its kinda surreal.  I definitely feel like Im leaving a land I have known so well and embarking on a land that Im a tad bit afraid of.  Afraid just in the sense that its unknown.

When I was a child and thought of the 'Adult Lisa', I always pictured myself as a Soccer Mom. Married.  Lots of kids.  Busy.  On the Go.  Settled in one place.  And in my twenties.  I never thought of myself older than that. Not exactly sure why.  Might have something to do with a sub-conscience desire to be a "young" mom.

And here we go.  Embarking on a land completely unknown.  Time to readjust my thoughts of the future.   Enjoying the journey, but still figuring it all out as I go.   Any words of wisdom are appreciated.

Just wish one of you, from the few that read this blog, were here with me to celebrate another year in person.  I have been missing those friends that even when time and distance has been between us, we are able to pick up like neither of those have been there.  Thinking of all of those friends that have made my 20s, and even the early years, so much more amazing than I ever could have imagined.  Thank you.  And excited for what the next decade will bring.  ....

Balkan Peninsula

So.  Milestone birthday was coming up, and if I didnt leave the country on, before, or after said date, then I felt like my world would fall apart. Ok maybe alittle dramatic, but really, that is nothing new!  ....

I found a travel companion.  We figured out a destination.  Tickets booked. General Itinerary created. Patiently waited for the day to arrive.  And then off we went.  .... England, Croatia, Serbia, Bulgaria, and Romania.  .... And here are a few pictures from it.  I wont bore you with all the details, but feel free to ask specifics.  Im definitely looking at doing an Island Hopping tour in Croatia.  LOVED Croatia.

Relaxing in Hyde Park, London

Buckingham Palace, London

Krka National Park, Croatia

St Alexandar Nevski Cathedral, Sofia, Bulgaria

Roman Bath Ruins, Varna, Bulgaria

Cathedral, Bucharest, Romania

Bucharest, Romania

Happy September!

Why hello there!  Its been alittle while. I do apologize for being a bit of a recluse from the blogging world. ...  How are things  for you, and what have you been doing to enjoy the summer?  Here are a few things that I have been up to:

Mountain Biking. This is a popular sport here in Charlotte.  I have started to get the bug for it.  Even been initiated with a tumble over the handle bars.  Luckily I walked away with just a few bruises. *Disclaimer: Not me in the picture.  Have yet to think its worth it to buy actual biking gear! 

Swing Dancing! Oh how I miss the dance scene in Manhattan, but  happy for  the little scene that is here.  

Sand Volleyball.  Yes, yes thats not me, but much prettier shot than what I would have done!  Its been fun to get and   do alittle bump, set, spike after a long day in the office. 

Pool Time!  Sadly, the pool at my apartment isnt exactly this beautiful, but having a pool at my disposal has been fabulous!  I have really enjoyed it this summer, and will be sad when its no long as easy to enjoy a few chapters in a book while at the pool.  

Myers Park HS Football.  Between my love of HS Football during my HS days, my love of FNL, and for my desire to feel alittle bit more apart of the community I live in, I have been attending football games.  Its been fun to go and cheer on the Mustangs, and they are pretty good.  It does really make me miss the band at PSHS.  This band does not compare.

And now on to my favorite time of the year, FALL!  I love the cooling weather.  The fall colors.  The fun boots to wear.  The holidays to celebrate.   The new tv season and tv shows.  And this year Im especially excited for a trip to the Balkan Peninsula.  Beach time at the Adriatic and the Black Sea?  Yes Please!