Saturday, March 17, 2012

381. Dazzling

381. Dazzling
Definition:
(adj) extremely impressive, skillful, or beautiful
Location Placed: Cake, Bake, and Roll, Long Branch, New Jersey
Date Placed: 3/16/12 at 8:21pm





I stopped in on a whim as it appeared to be open and I thought of getting a few tasty-bits to bring over to a friend I was visiting. I couldn't figure out where the yummies were but it appeared they were hosting a coffee house night as there was a woman on a guitar wailing away. Had I not been on my way to see someone, I might've stayed and explored a bit longer. That said, I'll definitely be back there again to see what they have to offer during the daylight hours. Pier Village has so many wonderful little shops and I definitely need to do a bit more exploring!

Sunday, March 11, 2012

380. Feisty

380. Feisty
Definition:
(adj) having or showing exuberance
Location Placed: Moravian Bookstore, Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
Date Placed: 3/11/12 at 1:06pm





To round out the weekend, a friend and I went to lunch in a part of Bethlehem that I had never seen. It was quite lovely and had a bunch of different stores. Definitely something I'd have to explore next time I'm in the area and have time. We poked our heads into the bookstore and they had lots of lovely doodads and gizmos. There was even a book signing going on as well. I definitely would love to have a little place like that near me at home!

379. Bedazzled

379. Bedazzled
Definition:
(v) greatly impress with skill or brilliance
Location Placed: The Sands Hotel and Casino, Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
Date Placed: 3/10/12 at 4:41pm





The last time I had seen the area where the Sands Casino is now, it was all Bethlehem Steelworks buildings. It was basically a graveyard for all the steel equipment that stopped being used when the steelmill went out. I was pleased to see what they had done, and are continuing to do with that area in order to bring in businesses and money. Plus it looks pretty cool to boot.

378. Spirited

378. Spirited
Definition:
(adj) full of energy, enthusiasm, and determination
Location Placed: Crayola Crayon Factory, Easton, Pennsylvania
Date Placed: 3/10/12 at 2:04pm





Spirited is definitely a good way to describe most of the people checking out the Crayola Factory. All the children were excited to do activities, get free markers and crayons, pose with all the giant Crayola crayons, and do all sorts of other things. The parents and other adults were all interested in the history of Crayola and the crayons. I learned quite a few different things, including that they've retired crayons and have about 250 colors or somesuch out. Then we watched an interesting demonstration about how crayons and markers are put together. Definitely good for the young and the young at heart!

377, Effortless

377. Effortless
Definition:
(adj) achieved with admirable ease
Location Placed: Pennsylvania Welcome Station, Easton, Pennsylvania
Date Placed: 3/10/12 at 11:58am





I decided to head up to the Lehigh Valley for the weekend to meet up with a couple friends. Of course I also brought a few cranes to release while I was up there. Since I knew my visit wasn't going to be a lengthy one, I didn't pick up any of the brochures that were there. It sort of makes me wish I had sought out more of the local activities to do in the Lehigh Valley when I was going to college up there. But since I didn't, that just means I have to plan more visits!

Thursday, March 8, 2012

376. Superior

376. Superior
Definition:
(adj) higher in rank, status, or quality
Location Placed: Monmouth Museum, Lincroft, New Jersey
Date Placed: 3/8/12 at 3:58pm





I had no idea there was even a museum on the Brookdale Community College campus, but signs told me differently. Had I a bit more time, I would've taken a stroll around to check it out. But at least I know where it is in case I have the time to stop back in. This whole act like an out-of-towner in my own area is pretty cool.

375. Peppy

375. Peppy
Definition:
(adj) zippy, lively, high-spirited
Location Placed: Art Center at Thompson Park, Lincroft, New Jersey
Date Placed: 3/8/12 at 3:21pm





At the Art Center, I learned that not only do they have art classes, but they have a whole plethora of classes. From dog training to jewelry making, frisbee golf to bar-b-queing, it seems like there's not too much you CAN'T do at Thompson Park. This definitely sealed that deal that I would be back. Of course I'll be hitting up that Adult Archery class...

374. Marvelous

374. Marvelous
Definition:
(adj) causing great wonder, extraordinary
Location Placed: Thompson Park Visitor's Center, Lincroft, New Jersey
Date Placed: 3/8/12 at 2:42pm





Since it was absolutely gorgeous out and I had the day off, I decided to play tourist in my own area. I had never been up to Thompson Park but it looked like a lovely spot to go for a walk. And it held up it's end of the bargain! The visitor's center was marvelous with a little exhibit giving the history behind the Thompson Family and their local contributions. Impressive! There are lots of trails that are on the property and I look forward to going back in the spring and summer to do a little goecaching!