Tuesday's Daydream
Hello!
First of all, I would like to say congratulations to my brother and sister-in-law, as they are going to have a second child!
Nothing brings a family closer together than the addition of a new baby, especially in our case. Before Mario (my soon-to-be three-year-old godson) came, my brother and I were not the closest of siblings – something I would like to blame on a four-year age gap. Now, I couldn’t be happier with our family relationship and I find myself more and more eager to spend time with my brother, sister and Mario, even if it means lending my able-body for some weekend project (such as the playground set we assembled on Sunday).
Male children run pretty dominant in the Romagni family but I would really love having a niece. My mom and I often joke that I will end up with all the female children in our extended family, as I have been known by my family for having some rather interesting relationships over the years. If I had some practice taking care of a niece, maybe I wouldn’t tear my hair out with daughters of my own!
Many of my summer weekends, including this past weekend, have been spent in my hometown hanging out with my friends or family and it has been great! However, this being the last summer of my college experience, (undergrad at least) I really want to cross some things off my evolving travel list. Here are the two trips I would like to make before this summer is over:
1. Deals Gap AKA The Dragon
Running from North Carolina to Tennessee, The Dragon is considered to be one of the world’s best roads for motorcycling and sports cars. With 318 curves in 11 miles, this stretch of road attracts thousands of car/motorcycle enthusiasts each year. In August, my friend and I plan on hauling our motorcycles down for a weekend of amazing riding on The Dragon. Also, The dragon has been the location of numerous car commercials and even includes the Cheoah Dam; where a scene in the 1993 movie The Fugitive was filmed.
The Gap!
2. Chicago Fun!
I just found out that my cousin is going to be living in Chicago for half of the summer. Since he goes to school at Penn State University, I don’t get to see him as much as I would like. After I find out what his work schedule will be, I plan on making the 4+ hour trip to Chi-Town for some much needed relaxation. Although this will be mostly a vacation for me, I may do some light research on the job market, as Chicago is one of the cities I would like to live in after graduation! If anyone is looking for an adventure, I am looking for some companions on the trip!
That’s all for my Tuesday daydream!
Enjoy your week!
July 1st, 2009at 11:47 am
You should take John Depp with you.
July 1st, 2009at 3:44 pm
Well, I think you should take a few Nickle Bugglers and Duece Digglers with you for a great time! Cheers!
July 2nd, 2009at 9:31 am
You should take the Megabus to Chicago! You can sleep the whole way and it will only cost you $35, plus you won’t have to pay to park in the city
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July 2nd, 2009at 9:54 am
Thanks for the advice Emily! $35 is cheaper than I would pay in gas!
Also, thanks Tonya and Mayonnaise for the suggestions, as I’m sure that would be a great time.
July 10th, 2009at 12:23 am
Amtrak works well for transportation, too. Also, get yourself a cheap transit pass (sold in 1 day, 3 day, 7 day, and 30 day) for the L once you hit town. The passes are less expensive and have unlimited riding for the life of the pass. As a former Chi-town resident, it’s the cheapest way to travel in the city and everything is accessible via the CTA. If you’re looking for jobs pick up the Trib and a copy of the Reader (free).
July 16th, 2009at 2:56 pm
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