Wannabe Tourist & Main Character Energy
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Lately, I’ve been trying something simple: exploring my city like I’m on vacation. My “hotel” is technically my apartment, and the tour guide is yours truly. No refunds, but always open for feedback.
It’s wild what I notice when I’m not rushing an errand or panic-ordering caffeine. That office building I usually ignore—turns out it has beautiful stonework. And the park I sometimes treat like a freeway between points A and B—is packed full of flowers, trees, and people who apparently have nowhere else to be—except this joyous park. Suspicious? Intriguing.
When I slow down, the whole city transforms. It stops being background wallpaper and starts looking like a charming indie film where the main character finally learns to appreciate the little things. (Director’s notes: I’m the main character, wearing a sunhat, SPF50, and carrying snacks. Nicole Kidman almost got the part, but scheduling conflicts, you know how it is.)
So here’s my highly unscientific recommendation: take yourself on a tour. Notice the buildings you usually breeze past. Try that restaurant, cocktail, or dessert that’s been on your list forever. Duck into a museum or pop into a matinee.
Turns out, one of the best ways to clear your head is to live agenda-free every once in a while.
If you played tourist in your own city for a day—where would you go first?
NYC via @camille.stark.eu
The Guggenheim, photo by me
Charming street scene via @westvillagelife
@ullajohnson’s flowers
My creation on Paperless Post. I love creating invitations. Maybe I’ll start doing them for casual get-togethers, too?
