St. Louis sights
Sophie - June 26, 2010
It's been two years since Melanie and I started blogging for AllAccess, and while we only travel to a few women's events a year, I can tell you that there's one aspect of the event-related travel that we caught on to pretty quickly - and that surprised us a little bit.
Ready?
Here it is.
There's really no time to see the city where the event is. I mean, you see the airport, and you see the hotel, and goodness gracious you see the inside of the arena. But the city? Not so much.
So on the odd occasion when there's a little pocket of time to explore the area around the hotel, it really is such a treat. It's definitely not something that you take for granted - and if you're anything like me, it might even make you dance a jig.
I just try to be sure that I dance my jig in private. I'M BAPTIST, you know.
Oh, I kid.
In St. Louis our hotel was right across the street from the Arch, and I was tickled - TICKLED, I say verily unto you - when I got to spend a couple of hours wandering around the Arch this past Thursday afternoon. It was an absolutely gorgeous day, and my time outside confirmed that I really do love me a city that's nestled up against a river - because sweet mercy at the pretty.
Thanks, St. Louis.
We just loved you to pieces.
And guess what, Irvine?
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Comments (6)
Thanks for the fun post! I rarely leave many comments, but I’m always reading your blog. You ladies do such a wonderful job. I always love what you have to say and the encouragement you bring. Many blessings to you all in Jesus.
Posted on June 27, 2010 4:26 AM
“I’m BAPTIST you know.” HAHAHA! Oh Sophie, you crack me up! We are a funny group. :) I’m glad you liked STL! It’s a great city!
Posted on June 27, 2010 10:54 AM
That is so sweet of you to say, April - thank you!
And Shelley - I grew up Methodist, so poking fun at the Baptists is extra fun for me, especially now that I am one. :-)
Posted on June 27, 2010 1:40 PM
St.Louis is a great city to visit. Loved your pictures and had to smile that you took a pic of the Snow Route sign :o)
Posted on June 27, 2010 6:51 PM
Congratulations on two years of AllAcess blogging! Your pictures are beautiful Sophie. And you are a hoot! I’m so thankful you and Melanie keep us connected to the events.
Posted on June 28, 2010 10:48 AM
Irvine!!!! I know…finally the west will be blessed! We are far more excited to see you than you could be to see us! Can’t wait. If I run up to hug you, please know that I used to feel the same way about Marsha Brady, Marlo Thomas and the Flying Nun. They had no idea I followed their adventures faithfully and that we were BFF’s. Had I ever run into them in public…well, it would have been a crying moment…an ugly cry accompanied by those flapping hands. You’ve seen it. Can’t wait…Irvine!!!
Posted on June 28, 2010 11:21 PM