I love buildings, but I also love structures- especially bridges. The Cooper River Bridge in Charleston is one of my favorite bridges.
New Orleans in a Nutshell
I’ve come to realize that all large cities in the US have their own personality. Some more than others. New Orleans is one of these cities that has quite a big personality. It takes a certain type of person to live in New Orleans (trust me, I met some real characters here). When I think […]
Walking Tour of Algiers Point
Since this was my third visit to New Orleans, I had seen many of the major sights. Stella and I decided to venture out and take a ferry across the Mississippi River to Algiers Point. As New Orleans’ second oldest neighborhood, it is a quiet, historic district that, while just a stone’s throw away from […]
South Beach Architecture: Why I Loved Miami So Much
I was skeptical about Miami. My preconceived notions based on limited second-hand information were a far cry from reality. I expected all the signs to be in Spanish. I expected there to be little diversity. I expected an overcrowded beach. I didn’t expect so many topless women or so many wacky outfitted people. I didn’t […]
Why Not Be Happy
Two years ago today, I ran for my life. Sounds dramatic, right? But I did. On October 11, 2009, I ran the Chicago Marathon. I ran the marathon for my sanity, my health, and to prove to myself that I could do it… and maybe for a little bit of fun as well. I thought […]
Montage Monday: Abe & Alan Do Bourbon St.
Abe Lincoln made a friend our last day in New Orleans. His name is Alan. You may have seen him in The Hangover. Abe needed a dashboard buddy and their contrast in personality meant the relationship would always be interesting. With his newfound friend, it was necessary to christen the friendship by going out one […]