Since we've been here, we have loved all the little quirks and details that make up Ann Arbor. James is excited about the hills and the bike paths that outline the roads around us. I am excited about the diversity of cuisine on every street. We can walk around and see something different every time. After we moved our belongings into the apartment I, my parents, and James and took a stroll down Packard and ordered a pizza at Bell's Pizza. It was a little overpriced but it tasted great after a long day of cleaning, packing, moving, and saying good-bye.
The next couple of days were spent cleaning (the sub-lessor did not leave our apartment as clean as we would have liked it) and re-organizing. I was feeling a little anxious about our move because we left a lot of our things unpacked since we're leaving again in August so it doesn't really feel like home. I'm feeling a lot better after tonight since we actually cooked dinner in our kitchen (acorn squash risotto).
Here are some things we've loved/experienced in Ann Arbor so far:
-Expresso Royale - Coffee was okay but the Wi-Fi saved us on our first night here. Service was a little to be desired.
- Arbor Brewing Company - Delicious Food! And vegetarian/vegan friendly. The Tempeh Burger was GREAT with some of their garlic goat cheese spread. James had their Black Bean Burrito with Charro Beans. Yummy. Their beer was great too--tasted like a lot of love went into it. I would definitely recommend their Porter and Stout. We definitely plan on going back and trying their darker ales.
- University of Michigan (South/Central campus) - It's kind of overwhelming walking on a campus so big and historical. Students walked casually down the streets in their expensive boots and bags. Smells of hemp and coffee permeated the streets as we made our way towards Borders and the UM Auditorium/Theater. Despite the cool architecture, beautiful landscaping, and intellectual essence I am still glad that I went to CMU. The pond in Mount Pleasant was just my size.
- Whole Foods Market - Foodie Paradise. It was joyous and depressing in the same moment. Joyous in that there was a wonderful selection of fresh food, delectable salad bars and cheese/beer tasting. Depressing in that all of it was not remotely in the budget of poor kids like us. We salivated on, despite knowing we couldn't really buy anything. The bakery was overrun with golden breads, decorated treats, and gluten-free options. Mountains of imported cheeses, alleys of creamy dairy specialties, a market of fresh, vibrantly colored vegetables and fruits, and rows of fine wines and beers are just a part of this wondrous store. I actually didn't want to leave. I am in love, but I am afraid that this store is too good to be true for a crunchy, organic, "let's buy local!" psuedo-co-op.
Things to look forward to:
-Art Fair
-Top of the Park events
-More food explorations
-Getting back in shape
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