Posts Tagged ‘activities’
It’s finally time to share me and the Mister’s adventure!!
After working out and eating breakfast yesterday morning, we headed out to Peninsula, Ohio. Peninsula is located at the center of the Cuyahoga Valley National Park. The famous Towpath trail runs through Peninsula, so it’s the perfect spot to jump on the trail for an afternoon of biking and exploring.
Which is exactly what we did 
We headed out with two of our lovely friends (hi Josh and Leann!) and rented bikes at the village’s popular bike rental.
Our first stop
His and Her bikes
Trailblazer
View from the trail (we eventually biked over this bridge!)
The Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad also runs through Peninsula and we were lucky enough to get a glimpse of it in motion.
All aboard!
Unfortunately too many of you had similar guesses and no one guessed any outdoor physical activity, so the prize will have to wait for next week’s Fashion Friday contest winner!
Americans, have a FANTASTIC Fourth of July! The Mister and I are headed to a cookout and I’ll be sure to capture as much of the day’s events as I can.
Packing a picnic today? Make sure to follow my healthy picnic tips!
What’s your favorite Fourth of July (or for non-U.S. residents, favorite cookout) treat?
Good morning, everyone!
I’m still smiling this morning. Last night the Mister and I went to go see Jack’s Mannequin and The Fray. Something about summer concerts and signing along with your favorite bands just does it for me. No fancy explanations or drawn out posts today. Quite simply, Summer concerts are one of the best ways to spend an evening. (Still smiling over here, by the way…)
This summer, the Mister and I have seen or are planning to see:
- Coldplay
- Fall Out Boy
- Jason Mraz
- The Fray/ Jack’s Mannequin
- The Killers
- Keane
- Ben Folds
- Weezer/ Taking Back Sunday/ Blink 182
This week, I’m thankful for summer concerts. I can’t imagine not having all the amazing memories they bring me each summer.
Image credit: nightcruiser.com
What was the best concert you ever attended? Which one are you looking the most forward to this year?
This week is season finale GALORE! Last night’s episode of LOST left me very aggravated and excited for next season! Biggest Loser celebrated its (anti-climactic) season finale earlier this week, GREYS is tonight and soon we’ll have our next American Idol. I love good TV and sometimes there is nothing better than curling up at the end of the long day (preferably with an ice cream sundaes) and soaking up the tube. But this week, I’m thankful TV IS (mostly) OVER!
While the Mister and I LOVE our DVR, sometimes I get overwhelmed just thinking about all the TV shows I have racking up on that little black box! Hours and hours and hours! Yes, I like all the shows, but thinking about all that TV kinda freaks me out. Knowing that my favorite shows are winding down as the weather is warming up puts a HUGE smile on my face.
I thought I’d take a moment to brainstorm a few non-TV-friendly activities that I’m looking forward to this summer. Side note: The Mister is bracing himself with a cringe right now. I should forewarn you all that I am an activities person. Over the Christmas season, I drag the Mister all over town for Santa sightings, gingerbread house contests, Christmas tree displays, etc. Over Halloween we take Haunted Train rides (when I say haunted, I mean suitable for 12-year-olds — the Mister and I were the oldest ones who were ACTUALLY afraid), go apple and pumpkin picking, you get the picture. One of the reasons I look forward to having children is so that I can go on all the fun activity-filled adventures! – yes, I am a huge nerd Anyway, here’s the list:
The ZOO!
Exploring the metroparks
Spending an evening in Chagrin Falls, romantic dinner on the patio and eating ice cream cones while we watch the falls
Putt-putt golf
Picnicking
Summer movies (OK, that still kind piggy-backs off of TV, but summer movies are awesome, so shhh!)
Going to the beach
Taking long walks at night
Sitting on the porch
Stargazing
Running through sprinklers
Flying a kite
Cookouts
Drive-in movies
Bike rides at Towpath trail
Blossom Time Balloon Festival
Baseball games
Fishing
County fairs
Trying to convince the Mister to go camping
People watching at county fairs
Fireworks
Cooling off at the art museum
Tremont Art Walks
Farmers markets
Long drives with the music up and windows down
Running through the grass in my bare feet
Playing frisbee (even though I drop it constantly!)
Bocce ball in my parents backyard
Going out for ICE CREAM
The Feast
Road trips
Stopping at lemonade stands
Outdoor concerts
My kind of summer! (image credit: sendkatrinatoworlds.com)
Buckle up, Mister — It’s going to a be a heck of a summer!!
What are you looking forward to this summer? And what TV show finale are/were you most excited for?
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