a German on a Journey

Yes, extravagant date nights can be fun and romantic for special occasions, but after being in two weddings this year AND planning our own, I am definitely on a budget this summer. I think that you can have a wonderful time without spending the big bucks. At the end of the day, it's about you and your significant other spending quality time and not about how much you've spent. Here are some ideas if you want to connect with your partner or friends, without having to dish out a fortune! 1. Watch the Sunset: Whether you are by the water or on a rooftop, getting away from the daily grind and taking the time to just be still, is completely free and super romantic. Bring a bottle of wine and just enjoy the view! 2. Go for a Bike Ride: We love spending time outside. Because we don't have our own backyard, we have to get creative. Since we both bought bikes, we like taking them out for a ride together. Any form of exercise gets your blood flowing and releases endo

Last weekend I was able to check off an item on my bucket-list: to visit the Adirondacks in Upstate New York! I love spontaneous adventures, so when we were invited to stay at Jr's friend's lake house for the weekend, it didn't take much convincing for us to take the six hours drive. I know....SIX hours for just two days seems extreme, but once we were on the road and noticed there was zero traffic because everyone was heading to the beach, the drive went by pretty fast. Side note: I won't bore you with the details, but WATCH YOUR SPEED when you drive through Pennsylvania.... We ended up at Trout Lake in Hermon, NY which is a tiny town with one little store and a bar that happens to have the best wings! The house was located right on water, with a private deck, canoes, and a boat. In between two state parks, Trout Lake is the perfect destination for hiking, fishing, stand-up paddle boarding, and swimming! Also, the deck made for the BEST location for some out-door