Fun Facts Friday - Growing Up and Moving On

1. I am a born and raised Canadian, but I have never had a Tim Horton's coffee. I feel like a fraud. 


2. I picked out my backpack for the Europe travels today. It's purple and beautiful, and I am so pumped that things are coming together!

3. I've been craving fish hardcore for the past few weeks, and am thinking about incorporating fish back into my diet. I am totally confused, because I like being a vegan, but I really want to include tuna into some of my meals for some extra protein. I also want to keep losing weight and get in better shape, and fish has been proven to be the best (and healthiest) protein. But again, I don't really love the idea about eating something that used to be alive... I have no idea what I'll do, any suggestions are welcome!


4. I am applying for my first real job. It's so scary not being a student, and having to work in the real world, but I'm very excited because if I get it, it would be one of the greatest experience of my life. 


5. I was cast as the Princess of France in an upcoming production of Love's, Labour's, Lost by Bard in the Barracks. This year we're doing it in the style of late 50's, early 60's, and last night we tried on some of the costumes. I wish I was a young adult in the 60's, because HOT DAMN the outfits suit my body type so damn well. I'll have to take pictures asap to show you guys. 


6. My favorite summer beer just came out, MelonHead by Picaroons. Of course Kaylee and I got a growler for the weekend. 

7. If you can't already tell, I joined instagram. With my new iphone!! Graduation present from the parentals. I'm a very lucky girl. You can follow me if you want to see awesome pictures of absolutely nothing - georgiapbrown. 


8. I haven't told you guys the story about where I'm currently living, and I am sorry about not updating you guys on that. I've had about 5 posts written, but for some reason haven't published them. I think it's because it's sort of a touchy subject with me. Long story short, Kaylee and I moved in with my parents. Our lease was up in May, and instead of signing another year lease, we decided to move to my parents house to save money for grad school or Europe travels. I love my parents so much for letting us do this, but I really miss my old apartment. Kaylee and I lived there for two years, we shared some of the best moments of our lives there together, and it was Gidget's first home. This is a picture of our last night there, in our empty bedroom:

Ugh, even looking at that picture makes me really sad. Oh well, onto bigger and better things! 


9. The font I use on my blog is "Georgia." For obvious reasons. 


10. I have a dimple on the left side of my chin, and you can only see it when I smile (see the first picture for an example). Kaylee always says this is one of her favorite features on me, and until she pointed it out, I never even knew it was there! 


And that's it for this Friday. Have a great weekend everyone! 

Wish List - Europe Travels

As I hinted in my last post, Kaylee and I will be traveling to Europe in the fall. Our plans are in the beginning stages, where absolutely nothing is set in stone, but here's what we've been thinking of doing...


Our main goal is to get to Italy. I've been in love with the place for so long, and my father spent a year there during his art studies, so he's been talking about Florence my entire life. Also, while studying art history at university, I fell in love with the Renaissance painters, and most of them were from Italy, or at least their subjects were. 


We also want to visit as many places as we can afford, so we're thinking we'll start in Paris, and then go to Amsterdam, Germany, then finally Italy. Again, these are just "wants" right now, and not an actual plan, but it's definitely a start! 


Below is a list of things in Europe that I absolutely want to do, big or small. In no particular order:


1. Eat gelato every. single. day. I plan on working out super hard this summer, so I can eat gelato and pizza every single day, and not worry about gaining back the 50 pounds I've lost over the past year and a half. But even if I do, it'll be totally worth it for authentic gelato. 


2. Do something crazy in Rome, and say "Hey, when in Rome, amiright?!"


3. Eat cheese and bread in front of the Eiffel tower. Minimal cheese, though, because I don't want to die. 


4. Stomp grapes at a vineyard in Tuscany. Or grape stomp. 

5. Drink as much cheap wine as I can in Italy. You know I love my wine. 

6. Go for a tour of the Louvre. 


7. Get a guided tour of the Vatican museums. Instead of just walking through them, actually have someone point out the really important pieces and explain to me the historical significance. Yeah, I'll nerd-out on that one. 


8. Visit the Pompeii ruins. 


9. Fill up on crepes and pastries in Paris. 

10. Go to an Italian soccer game. Both Kaylee and myself played soccer when we were younger, so it would be amazing to be able to say that I've been to a game, and actually experienced the madness that is Italian soccer. 


11. Celebrate Oktoberfest in Germany. 


12. Visit the colosseum in Rome. 


13. Try and find the best cup of coffee in Europe. 

14. Go for a long run through the country side of Tuscany. 

Like I said, that list is still in the works, so if you have any absolute "must-sees" please let us know! We're completely open to anything and everything, and we want to see and do as much as we possibly can. 


Also, I realize that most of the things I want to do revolve around food and booze. If that doesn't sum me up, I don't know what will. I'm a class act, people. 

Future Plans - So Far

Ahh, the post I've been dreading writing for the past week... 


People have started to ask me what my plans for the future are, and before any rumors begin circulating, I'd like to lay it all out here so you know - from me - what's the deal. 


As you all know, I auditioned for theatre schools this semester. My first audition went very well, but unfortunately the school did not offer me a position. It wasn't my dream school, so I wasn't that crushed. Plus, they only accept 8-12 people a year, and over 400 people apply, so I knew the chances were slim. 


And then I auditioned for my dream school a few weeks ago. The audition went pretty well, with only one minor slip up, but I felt confident because I had gotten a call back. Well, they didn't seem to appreciate my Hall and Oats rendition, because I unfortunately didn't get in. I was put on the waitlist, and while it's nice to know that I still have a chance to get in, I really don't want to spend the next few months waiting. 


So what's my plan? Well, Kaylee and I have been planning a little trip... 

I've always wanted to travel, and not getting into grad school has given me the perfect opportunity to see the world. I'm young, and my parents have been encouraging me to travel since I graduated high school, so this seems like the perfect opportunity for me. 


We plan on leaving mid-september, but you can bet that I will be writing a lot about our travel plans, so you can follow us on this crazy journey! 


Thank you to everyone who has supported me, encouraged me, and sent me very positive vibes over the past few months. I appreciate all of your thoughts and kind words :) 

Victoria Day Weekend

This past weekend called for beautiful weather, and seeing as Kaylee and myself work indoors, we definitely wanted to soak up all of the beautiful sunshine. 


We decided to break out the bicycles for the first ride of the summer! 

We biked into town and across the bridge, and parked on the northside for a little picnic. 

We each packed bagel sandwiches, mine filled with avocado and tomatoes, Kaylee's with fake "bacon," avocados, tomato and spinach. We brought along fruit salad, as well as some veggie chips to load up on carbs before we tackled a loooong bike ride. 

We were so happy to finally be outside! 

For all you Frederictonians, we took the trail towards Marysville and did the Penniac loop, which is a 65ish kilometer ride (from our home).

After completing the loop, we took a break to refuel with some chocolate raisins. I would exercise for four hours every day if I could eat veggie chips, bagels and chocolate covered raisins all the time. 

After we refueled, we headed home. The bike ride took us about 4 hours, not including the much needed water breaks along the way. 

On Monday, we decided to bike into town (the most painful bike ride ever, by the way. First bike of the season took 4 hours, so you can imagine what my butt felt like the next day). Kaylee packed her hammock, and we made plans to meet friends in one of our local parks to hang out in the sunshine. 

I packed a salad filled with spinach, quinoa, orange pepper, bean sprouts, pumpkin seeds and topped with a raspberry vinaigrette. An apple, water and the last book of the Hunger Games rounded out the meal ;) 

And no, I haven't finished the book yet, so no spoilers!


Our friends Emily, Jon and Nicci met up with us, and Nicci brought along a ukulele and serenaded us while we lounged.  

Kaylee also brought along her slackline, and Jon had no fear to hop on there and try things out. 

I was a happy camper all weekend, getting to lounge in the beautiful weather with absolutely no worries. 

Here's hoping this weekend will also be gorgeous. I'm already itching to ride my bike :) 

Kensington, Cinnamon Buns and Shopping - Oh My!

Thursday

This was a grocery store. 

I almost died. WANT WANT WANT!

Veggies, veggies, and more veggies. Thank you, Urban Herbivore. 

Friends, also enjoying the Urban Herbivore.

Kensington Market = vintage shopping!

Vegan bakery. Delicious vegan doughnuts. 

Vegan cinnamon bun. Size of my head. I regret nothing. 

Friday

Lunch with dad at Urban Herbivore. Great food. Addictive. 

Friday was shopping day. New clothes!

Spoiler alert! I bought it.  

Buffet at Grandma's. Grain overload. Happy foodie.