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Author: kowalkowskiallison

The Angelika Film Center and Cafe Makes Going to See a Movie Worthwhile Again

Posted on November 15, 2016 by kowalkowskiallison

Any legit daydreamer will also be a movie lover by default, since movies offer a way to escape the real world and enter a world of dreams. These days, however, going to the movies has gotten so expensive, and options like Redbox and Netflix are making it harder to justify the cost of going to…

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How to Girls Weekend in San Francisco Like a Local

Posted on October 25, 2016August 18, 2018 by kowalkowskiallison

San Francisco is one of the most popular cities in the U.S., so it’s no surprise that there are endless options for tourists–Fisherman’s Wharf, Alcatraz, the Pink Ladies, etc. However, when I came to SF for my most recent visit, I wanted nothing to do with the tourist attractions. I wanted to relax and enjoy…

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NYC Dreaming: Sweetbitter Book Review

Posted on October 24, 2016April 5, 2017 by kowalkowskiallison

I really liked this book, Stephanie Danler’s debut novel, about a girl who heads to New York City to alter the boring narrative of her life thus far. NYC represents that for so many, a place to escape, write a new story, grow, and become whoever you want to be for the time being. It…

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My Favorite San Diego Tourist Attractions

Posted on October 18, 2016 by kowalkowskiallison

San Diego has so much to offer in terms of “tourist attractions,” and I’ve listed my top 10 (in no particular order) that are definitely worth checking out during your visit to America’s finest city. Even being a local couldn’t stop me from enjoying these places and activities! San Diego Zoo San Diego Safari Park Padres…

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Highlights of Austin, TX

Posted on October 10, 2016August 18, 2018 by kowalkowskiallison

I highly recommend spending a few days in Austin; it’s such a cool city that values its nature as well. We arrived and went straight to get brisket, an Austin BBQ staple that does not disappoint (but may clog arteries). We ate at Terry Black’s and Southside (in Elgin)–both were delicious. You can’t go to…

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The Rocks by Peter Nichols: Book Review

Posted on October 3, 2016 by kowalkowskiallison

I totally object to buying e-books and reading on a screen. I love having the physical copy in my hands, turning its pages, and seeing my progress. But books aren’t cheap, and you may wonder how I can afford to buy so many of them. Answer: I use thriftbooks.com and buy used! Rarely do I…

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Ollie O’Loughlin’s Guide to Airport Beers

Posted on September 19, 2016August 18, 2018 by kowalkowskiallison

For this post I interviewed my hubby, who is Australian and therefore has traveled a hell of a lot more than I have. Over the years, he has basically perfected the art of drinking in airports around the world and considers himself “the man, the myth, the legend of airport beers”. I wanted to share…

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Reflecting on Time With Jord Watches: My 1 Year Blogiversary

Posted on September 10, 2016August 18, 2018 by kowalkowskiallison

Quite often as I’m scrolling through the blogs I follow, I come across their anniversary posts. Reflections on the past year of their blogs-two, three, and even more years having passed since they first started. Then it dawned on me that I too have a blog and realized that it’s already turning a year old….

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