Traveling Black

February 10, 2019

Love on Blagden alley

Right now I am on the metro on the way to work, and the weather is absolutely disgusting. Rain and snow on muddy grounds is all it takes to put me in a funky mood. Fortunately, I just came across these photos I took in the summer, and it reminds me that the snow is only here for season and would soon be gone.

How gorgeous is this colorful mural? It was designed by Lisa Marie in support of the LGBTQ community. I love it! I had seen the LOVE mural on several instagram pages, and on this sunny summer day, I set out to Blagden Alley in DC to check out the vibrant wall art. It was totally worth it!

Jacket by Chic Therapy Accessories

Mural by Lisa Marie Studios

Photo by kind stranger on Blagden Alley.😊

September 24, 2018

Pint shop: The Museum of IceCream, NYC

The phrase" like a kid in a candy store, became a reality, when on a Sunday afternoon in Manhattan, I found myself at The Pint Shop/Museum of Ice cream.

Museum of Ice Cream, NY is a pop up store that retails its own brand of ice cream. The pop up store also features playful installations that represent the 7 flavors of the ice cream. I had seen pictures of this colorful place on Instagram, and a visit was a must! The colors, installations, and over all ambiance offered a playful vibe that made it the perfect "instagrammable" spot. Plus they were offering free samples too--winning!

Below are pictures of my fun time at the museum.

The Installations

The Aisles

The Icecream

How deliciously wonderful is the Museum of Ice cream! What do you guys think of the pictures? A fun place to be, right?

June 01, 2018

Travel Therapy: Rockport, Cape Ann

I have been to tons of coastal cities, but Rockport on Cape Ann in Massachusetts is one of the most charming seaside town I have ever visited. The rugged cliffs, sandy beach and picturesque landscapes, made it the perfect peaceful getaway that I was craving. Now, lets talk about the colorful buildings! Never ever have I encountered so many brightly colored structures. Everywhere I turned, there was a splash of vibrant hue to welcome me. I couldn't get enough of this town, and I definitely would visit again someday. Check out my seaside adventure below.

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At the top of my itinerary was Motif Number 1. I had read that this fishing shack located on Bradley Wharf) is "the most painted building in America", and of course I had to stop by to see for myself.

How picturesque is this?

While it may look like an ordinary fishing shack, this little red shack is the most painted building in the world and people flock in year round to see it and it has become an icon of this New England town.

I did a brief stint at Front Beach and just took in the cool breeze and people watched.

Off I went to Straitsmouth Island, a small island famous for its lighthouse. I didnt make it to the lighthouse, but I caught a glimpse from afar.

Bear Skin Neck by the ocean is the main street in Rockport. It boasts of so many antique stores, quaint structures, gift shops, and a myriad of ice cream store. Yes, Ice cream! I visited in April so the nice cool ocean breeze was definitely a nice feel as I popped in and out of the shops

On a street off Bear Skin Neck, I found this really cool building with cute mailboxes--how charming!

The exterior of an art gallery off of Bear Skin Neck

Just a sea of colorful building on Bear Skin Neck

How cute is this ice cream shop?

Fudgery, Rockport, MA

Of course I had to fill my belly with some yummy sweet treats

Soon I veered off Bear Skin Neck into Tuna Wharf and found more picturesque scenes to take in. I came across so many objects that were indicative of a seaside fishing Village