Wanderlust Thoughts

Hi friends! I hope you’re all staying safe, healthy, and somewhat sane during these trying times. Juggling a pandemic and a civil rights movement has been absolutely draining.  I’ve been protesting, social distancing, and educating the masses… All while continuing to work, go to grad school, complete an internship, and find time for myself. Whew!  About a month ago, I was able to sneak away to my childhood home in Baltimore to spend some quality time with all of my favorite people.  Originally, I was supposed to spend my vacation on a solo trip to Aruba— Unplugged on an island in a suite overlooking the ocean with a drink in my hand… But you know how that went. My summer plans to Aruba, Puerto Rico, New Orleans, and the Bahamas have all been cancelled. Thanks, Ms. Rona. Lol.  Initially, I was sad and pitiful because I was really looking forward to my solo trip. I know you may be thinking… “But Amanee, you take solo trips allllll the time!” Yes, I do, but I’m also usu...

My sister and I have always talked about renting an RV and driving across the country. You know, just pack everything up and go! Coast to coast. See all of the cities and landmarks all over the U.S. Well, about a month ago, it all went down. Although, instead of an RV, we drove my niece’s Toyota Camry to drop it off to her at school in California. And we couldn’t exactly stop at alllll the landmarks as we were on a strict time limit. But despite it all, we made it happen. I know I said it’s an adventure every time Kiki and I do anything together, but this takes the cake. We have enough stories and jokes to last us a lifetime. Unfortunately for me, I hate riding in the car for long periods of time. The “short” hour-long drive from Baltimore to D.C. gets on my nerves. If I could fly everywhere, I would. I also hate driving,  BUT, I’m an excellent road dog. It’s very seldom that I fall asleep, I’m an exceptional conversationalist, I can DJ for hours, AND I make gr...