Almost six years ago, Ready Player One was the book chosen as the book of the year by Kansas State University to be read by freshmen. I read it and really enjoyed it. It was set in the future where everyone spends most of their time in a virtual world called, the Oasis.
I wasn't sure if I would remember the details or if the movie would be as good as the book. The main discrepancy was that Artemis was supposed to be a curvy lady. I was really impressed that it matched up and translated well to the big screen. Check it out!
Sunday, August 26, 2018
Thursday, August 16, 2018
Part 1: My Mini Vacay in Kansas City, Missouri
A friend who I hadn't seen in awhile stopped by KC on her road trip across the country and invited me to come hang out for a couple of days.
We stayed in the Country Club Plaza area at the Holiday Inn Country Club Plaza. It was just outside of main area which was nice.
On our way to the Plaza for dinner, we walked through the Mill Creek Park area. It was a cute, little park. A big feature of the park is the beautiful J.C. Nichols Memorial Fountain. It's fairly large and features horses.
We decided to eat dinner at Cheesecake Factory, which is on the edge of the Plaza closest to our hotel. I had never been there to eat before and I LOVE cheesecake. I ordered and loved their skinny taco salad.
I got their carrot cake cheesecake and it did not disappoint. :)
We stayed in the Country Club Plaza area at the Holiday Inn Country Club Plaza. It was just outside of main area which was nice.
On our way to the Plaza for dinner, we walked through the Mill Creek Park area. It was a cute, little park. A big feature of the park is the beautiful J.C. Nichols Memorial Fountain. It's fairly large and features horses.
We decided to eat dinner at Cheesecake Factory, which is on the edge of the Plaza closest to our hotel. I had never been there to eat before and I LOVE cheesecake. I ordered and loved their skinny taco salad.
Saturday, August 4, 2018
Part 3: My Staycation in Manhattan, KS
Roughly, 8 years ago, I attended Symphony in the Flint Hills. It's such a cool event, the Kansas City Symphony is essentially picked up and placed in a tranquil, prairie setting. Between the music and the scenery, it's an unforgettable experience. What's also interesting is that it moves locations around that state.
This year, it was roughly two hours from Manhattan, KS at Rosalia Ranch in Rosalia, KS.
Along the way, they had related events in Cottonwood Falls, KS. We stopped and got this great photo of their courthouse.
Cottonwood Falls was cute and quaint. At the Vintage Bulldog, I found a super cute, turquoise, glass fruit bowl. At Salty Cow Mercantile, I found a new K-State bracelet.
The music and scenery didn't disappoint. My dad took a gazillion photos. Here are my best photos:
We finished off the weekend, eating brunch at my beloved, Coco Bolos. My dad ordered and loved their Stacked Enchiladas. I super enjoyed their Baja Chicken & Shrimp Wrap! A great end to the weekend!
This year, it was roughly two hours from Manhattan, KS at Rosalia Ranch in Rosalia, KS.
Along the way, they had related events in Cottonwood Falls, KS. We stopped and got this great photo of their courthouse.
Cottonwood Falls was cute and quaint. At the Vintage Bulldog, I found a super cute, turquoise, glass fruit bowl. At Salty Cow Mercantile, I found a new K-State bracelet.
The music and scenery didn't disappoint. My dad took a gazillion photos. Here are my best photos:
We finished off the weekend, eating brunch at my beloved, Coco Bolos. My dad ordered and loved their Stacked Enchiladas. I super enjoyed their Baja Chicken & Shrimp Wrap! A great end to the weekend!
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