A day among friends

Last Tuesday was the first time this summer that I got together with some of my friends from school, and I had a blast. After being stuck at home for a while, it was just the pick me up I needed. My friend Rachel drove from the Pittsburgh area to eastern Pennsylvania to stay at her grandparents' for a week, and she took the day to drive out to hang with the rest of us. (She was actually quite the chauffeur that day, much to our appreciation.)

After picking up our other friend Sarah, we headed to New Hope: a quaint little town along the Delaware River known for it's unique shops, antiques, and restaurants. It's definitely my favorite place to visit in Bucks County.

I once performed at this playhouse during my time in drama club in high school.

We stumbled upon a restaurant called Aladdin that seemed to have popped up since the last time I've been to New Hope. But the Mediterranean menu and beautiful decor made it an instant dining choice. And I can't say that I've had better  gyros anywhere else.

Sarah, Rachel, and I make quite the trio.

I was so tempted to buy this gas mask, and a bunch of other little knick knacks in this awesome antique shop.

After New Hope, and dropping Sarah off at home, Rachel and I traveled to Downingtown to meet up with Karl, another friend of ours from school (but an alum now). After a brief meet up at a local wing spot, we took a drive in his new car (ah, I love the new car smell) and went down some beautifully dark, winding streets and creepy old tunnels that were apparently haunted. Which was fitting as the three of us all met in our school's paranormal club.

Because it was too late for Rachel to drive me the long way home, I ended up staying over at her grandparents' house. And it was such a lovely home! With a barn and lots of land, too, so I was in love instantly. 

And I got to meet this little fella. 

I had such a wonderful trip. There's nothing like a beautiful day with friends to set your spirits high.