Day 3, Boston (...that's right. I'm still going with this thing...)

You would think that one of my favorite things about Boston would be all of the historic places we visited and unique restaurants we ate at,
              but you would be wrong.

Before we left Boston, Sam asked me what my favorite part of our trip had been. As I thought about it, the thing that brought me the most joy was memories of the time we spent in Kathleen's cozy apartment. For some reason, that was the time that we weren't side tracked by all of the interesting things around us and instead just focused on each other. I loved the lazy mornings we spent breakfasting in her kitchen, eating frozen strawberries on her couch as we watched episode after episode of "Parks and Recreation" late into the night, singing together as Kath played her ukulele, the moments of deep laughter, and the conversations between Kath and I that continued long after the rest of the house had fallen asleep.

Sure, the sight of the Boston Massacre and The Kings Chapel were really cool, but the truth is that they paled in comparison to the time Kath, Sam, and I spent just hanging out and enjoying each others company.

But, lest you think that all we did all day was hang around in Kathleen's apartment in our PJs; I should also tell you that we also spent PLENTY of time exploring, and going to some places that it seemed only the "locals" knew about. From a funny hat shop, to an underground pub we also had experiences out and about in the city that will last a lifetime as well.

On another note, those hats are so NOT either one of us! What were we thinking?

See those people at the table just beyond Sam? Yeah, we listened in on their conversation for a while. Let's just say the date wasn't going well.

You see, the thing about best friends is that sometimes simply spending time with each other is some of the most fun you can have - no matter where you are.

Day 2, Boston

During our second day in Boston we visited the Fenway area, and of course took a tour of Fenway Park!

Here are a few things I learned:

1) An entire Tasty Burger meal can be eaten in 4 minutes (especially if you are needing to catch a tour.)

2) Fenway Park opened in 1912, but was 2nd page news since the sinking of the Titanic was the headline.

3) The Red Sox were originally named the "Red Stockings", but they quickly changed it... and all of Boston was glad.

4) Gate A is the original gate of the ballpark. All other subsequent gates, though labeled by letters are not in alphabetical order, but according to how old they are. 

5) Boston is a very windy place.

There you go! Those were freebies!

Day 1, Boston

I have this dear friend that I have known so long that I don't remember meeting her. We have literally been friends since diapers. She has seen some of my best and worse days, stuck by my side through my awkward years, and been a part of some of my funniest stories.
As we got older, we went to different colleges, took interest in different things, and she moved north.
                        Waaayyy north.
                        Boston north.

But, in spite of all of the distance, there has never been a time in my life where I felt like I couldn't call her and pick up right where we left off. No matter how long it has been, seeing her is always so sweet!

As Spring Break approached, I was long overdue to visit my longest friend - so Sam and I were so excited for a few days off school and the opportunity to get to hop on a plane to Boston to spend time with her once again.

The first day we were there, I was so excited to start our day that I woke up early and couldn't go back to sleep. So I took the opportunity to  photograph her trendy apartment in the last few undisturbed moments before all of the hustle and bustle began. The natural morning light was so beautiful, I had to take advantage of it!

After breakfast we hit the streets of Boston and took in scenery that was worlds away from anything we see in Texas. I loved every moment of walking around in the city. It felt like I had stepped into history. I guess that in many ways, I had!

Are these Hydrangeas not the most beautiful colors you have ever seen?

So thankful Kath had an app for everything we could ever need. Seriously, everything.

These are doors to the pews at "The King's Chapel". Each pew is sectioned off and numbered. Apparently, you used to have to pay for a place for your family to sit. Crazy.

We HAD to get some authentic Italian food in the Italian neighborhood of Boston! 

I should note here that at the moment of this picture, I was a creepy stranger taking pictures of kids I did not know. Hockey just felt so "New England" to me, so I had to! I'm sure you understand.

This would be living lobster, just moments before its death. He was pretty angry, and understandably so.

Such a great first day!