It was sunny in Philadelphia today (it was actually cloudy and a bit drizzly out). In my heart it was sunny, though, because I was taking a special someone by the name of Sam there for the first time in his life, and it was my first time during the holidays. We started our day… Continue reading A History and Holiday-Filled Day Trip to Philadelphia
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Philadelphia Eagles Super Bowl Victory Parade
What happens when you send an ecstatic journalism student to the first ever Philadelphia Eagles Super Bowl parade? Watch to find out. Whitmanythought 1: I just posted about Philly two times in a row. What's going on?! Whitmanythought 2: Yes, it was worth skipping my responsibilities for the day and driving home at 10 p.m.… Continue reading Philadelphia Eagles Super Bowl Victory Parade
Phun in Philadelphia
I underrated Philadelphia as a kid. I decided it was old, small and dull. It wasn’t a “real” city (AKA not New York). However, over the last few years, I have really grown to love Philly and visit every chance I get. I made it to the City of Brotherly Love twice in one week… Continue reading Phun in Philadelphia
Philly’s Eastern State Penitentiary: Terror Behind the Walls
I went to prison this Halloween, and it was thrilling. When I got the chance to visit Terror Behind the Walls at Eastern State Penitentiary, a historical landmark in Philadelphia, with my best friend, I was super excited to be jumping out of my skin in fear. I didn’t quite do that, but my heart… Continue reading Philly’s Eastern State Penitentiary: Terror Behind the Walls