On the Road Again!

Mom, Dad, and I are on our way to Minneapolis for the weekend to visit Caroline. I have never been to Minnesota before, save for connecting flights in the Twin Cities. But we will have a few days to see what we can of the Caroline's current city. Ironically the last time Mom was in the city was when she and Dad met. Unfortunately Val is not able to accompany us, as she has both physics class and work at the bilogical station. I am writing this from Mom's iPhone in the car, which means I have no pictures to post... Soon though! There are great photos including some delicious meals and our splendid adventures last weekend. My Friend I met at a summer camp five years ago has family in Kalamazoo and stopped by on her way from her hOme in Detroit for an overnight. We ran the cheetah chase 5k Saturday morning. In fact running is how we have stayed in touch. She also attended a small catholic school and ran cross country, so we saw each other at the state championships a few times. What a small world! Saturday night Valerie's roommates Lynne and kylie came over for the night. Kylie happens to also be from battle creek, although they didn't now each other before meeting up in their first writing class at MSU. Another small world story! Valerie's friends are great, and it was lovely to hang out with them. I do miss my Pittsburgh friends though! Four months is a very long time to be away from the burgh... But class 4 nights a week really prevents me from traveling too much. Speaking of Pittsburgh though, I was able to switch living accommodations for the fall. When housing was assigned for the fall, the Only available spaces were single dorm rooms. And while the majority of my friends were in the same situation and this we were all in the same building, I really wanted a roommate. Partially because I haven't ever really had a roomie--mine was rarely around this year-- and partially because Valerie has had a fantastic roommate experience. But when I learned that my friend Laura's roommate had decided to transfer schools I asked if I could replace her spot. Laura agreed, and we just had to get approval from the housing department. A eek or two Ago I got the call and have been thrilled ever since. It will be great to have someone to share my popcorn and cookies with! I have be daydreaming lately of Starting a restaurant someday. It has been a seam of mine for quite some time. Valerie and Caroline have agreed to helP whIch is wonderful news. We are thinking possible Michigan themed cuisine. I would prefer to do a restaurant over a bakery because there is more versatility. And we can also have desserts. Bu I would love to serve Great Lakes salon with Michigan green beans and a quinoa salad! Or a locally made tempeh patty served up with roasted root vegetables and fresh bread. My mouth is watering already! Any other dishes you would like to see on our future menu? Comment below and we will start practicing :) Mom needs her phone back... Look for photos to be posted soon!