I've been living in Ardmore for almost a month now. First off, I'd like to say, that we have REALLY DAMN GOOD THRIFT STORES. Second, everything is walking distance. And, third, the public transportation is really great. I wanted to move a little early to get situated with the area and have time to explore. I've been to the Villanova campus numerous times, and checked out the other towns on the Main Line. So far I really like (besides Ardmore) Bryn Mawr and Wayne. They have these really cute downtown areas with plenty of stores ranging from boutiques to commercial, and lots of restaurants that I still have yet to check out. The area is pretty suburban as I've stated before, but it's kind of nice not necessarily living in a "college town." I think my next move may be actually TO Philadelphia. Come on nursing school... let's get you over with and find me a good job in Philly...
I spent a few days in Philadelphia. I really like Rittenhouse Square. The park is lovely. While downtown, I also saw the liberty bell (it had to happen... I can't live here and not see the historical sites), and did some thrift store shopping.
Back up a few weeks... my trip to New York was fun. I got to see some friends (saw Whitest Boy Alive!),
family, do some good shopping, and spend time with Amy. I can honestly say that my favorite part of New York is Brooklyn. And, speaking of New York, I am here again. I'm spending some quality time with my family before I buckle down and start school. I decided to come here and be there for my grandma (Dad's mom) during some medical procedures she needs done. I've been a little concerned about what is going on and figured I could help my aunt out with some of the responsibilities while I still have the time. I'm staying with my cousins this time, and get to play with their kids all weekend because IT'S FUN.I recently joined "Yelp" and really like it. It's very stimulating and makes me excited to check out more places. I don't know how much time I will have while in nursing school, but it will motivate me to do stuff when I have the chance rather then hide out at home and be lazy. There's a lot going on out here! Speaking of that- I went to the Barbary with Jon and it was just OK. I think it was a night that lots of younger people come so I'll give it a second chance another day. I DO like Milkboy cafe, which is just a few doors down from my apartment. I spent a whole afternoon there and I got a really good vibe from the place. I'll probably do some studying there once school starts. I've always liked studying in cafes. I know of a few good ones in Philadelphia that I will eventually want to check out. It's worth the drive to get some good studying done! Or train ride! Change of scene, man.
Other than that, I miss my grandma, Babulya, a lot. I can't wait until she comes here.
