The Cure To Boredom Spring/Summer 2015

Adventure To Do List Spring/Summer 2015

It is the first day of  spring! It's time for a new adventure list for Spring/Summer. I must admit, I didn't do so well  on my fall/winter list. Of ten items on my list I only managed to check off two things. I was disappointed in myself but I realized it was much harder to get out in the cold weather. I will do better on this list and I will return to update my last two lists. I have every intention of crossing each of those items off. For those new to my blog; I decided to do a seasonal adventure list for every six months. The list is my cure to boredom. The list is compiled of things I want to experience this season and as I cross something off  I will share it with you. I will share information about the experience, my photos and my revelations as I did last Spring/Summer season. Unfortunately, I decided to skip doing an update for the last list since I did so poorly. However, I highlighted the things I did not complete in red and updated the items I was able to complete on the original post. I am feeling very positive about this new list though.  Here is my adventure list for Spring/Summer 2015. 

I took this photo during my visit to Longaberger Homestead last Summer.  The restaurants at the location are in 'Eating Your Way Across Ohio'.

My 'Adventure To Do List' is in no particular order. 

1.  Visit Canton, Ohio (completed 7/20/16)

2.  Go Camping

3.  Visit a new winery or brewery each month 

4.  Take a food tour out of town (completed 9/26/15)

5.  Learn to make sushi

6.  Take a ride on the Valley Gem Sternwheeler in Marietta 

( left over from last spring/summer list)

7.  Taste Durian ( left over from last spring/summer list)

8.  Check out five new restaurants from 'Eating Your Way Across Ohio'

9.  Take a short creative class.

10. Take a scenic train ride (left over from my fall/winter list)

I can not wait to dive into this list. Last year I completed  seven of the ten items from my Spring/Summer list. Two of the three items I failed to complete have been added to this new list. I have some making up to do after my fall/winter season's two of ten. I hope you will join me in this. It isn't just a check list, it is an opportunity to learn things about yourself. Doing these lists have helped me expand my horizons, face my fears and improve my patience. Most of all I am really enjoying my life.  Stay tuned for my updates. I hope you will also share your lists with me. We can cheer each other on. Think about it, what do you want to accomplish this season? What are things you have always wanted to do, big or small? Start your list!

Until next time,

Be blessed! Be free! Be adventurous!

Kris, 

A Trip To Nowhere

Garden art at the antique show and flea markets

How often do you get in the car and just drive? When was the last time you took an impromptu drive alone, with friends, family or your significant other? Some of my best road trips were ones with no destination in mind. In my quest to discover new places on a budget, my guy and I do this often. Sometimes we get lucky like this past weekended when we headed toward Springfield. We ran into a lamp shop where they sell all kinds of lamps and parts. Funny thing is we had been talking about making lamps and chandeliers the week before. While in the shop we discovered that a antique fair and flea market was going on up the street. At the fair there were so many things to see, jewelry, art and antiques to search through. Then there was the kettle corn. I am always up for kettle corn! We ended the day at a restaurant in London, Ohio that has been around since the 1800's called Red Brick Tavern. They served the third best prime rib I have ever eaten and some really superb chicken livers over a bed of sautéed onions and mushrooms. Then there was last Memorial Day, where we ended up in the Buckeye Lake area. We happened across the 15 year anniversary party of The Buckeye Lake Museum. They had free food, wine and were offering  free boat tours of the lake on the Queen of the Lake. We ate, drank and listened to live music while we explored the museum. Then we took advantage of the free boat ride that was very informative and relaxing. The only thing we paid for that day was our dinner that evening and gas for our little adventure. There have been a few other trips like these and I hope for many more

A drive like this is a great way to relax as well as learn something about yourself and your loved ones. It is also a great way to explore the world around you. This coming holiday weekend or one day this summer, just jump in the car, pick a direction and go. The only planning you need is to plan to do it. Make sure you have a map of your state and a guide with information. Sometimes your internet and gps won't be available in the country towns. With a map you can figure out where you are or want to be and a guide will help you locate things to do or places to eat if you aren't comfortable speaking to the locals.

Red Brick Tavern in London, Ohio 

Until next time! Be blessed! Be free! Be Adventurous!

Kris,