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Degas + Cheesesteaks

As I get older, I find that I feel like I’m running out of time, more and more.  It’s the same panicky feeling I used to get years ago, when I realized I didn’t leave myself enough time to study for an exam.  There are so many things that I want to do and see in my life, that I’ve got this sudden urge to do it all right now.  So, as I come across things I want to do, whether it’s try a new recipe, a new exercise practice, or even trips I want to take, I’m trying to find the time (and money), to do it. 

I’ve always wanted to visit the Philadelphia Museum of Art, and even though I’ve lived relatively close most of my life, I’ve never been.  Since I took some vacation time at the end of last month, I decided to use one of those days to drive into the city, and walk through the museum.  I only walked through the main building, but there was so much to take in.  I finally saw a Degas!  And, was even more excited when I realized that his only sculpture - The Little Fourteen-Year-Old Dancer (French: La Petite Danseuse de Quatorze Ans) - was on display.  Since I used to dance, his paintings of ballerinas always held a special place in my heart.   

I even ran up the steps like Rocky!

Afterwards, I walked up to Jack’s Firehouse for cheesesteak.  Appropriately named, the restaurant is situated in a 19th Century Firehouse.  I love old buildings, so it was really cool to see that much of the original interior has remained intact.  Not only is there some great history here, but my cheesesteak was amazing!

My day trip was short and sweet, but I’m so glad I went.  I’m already planning my next visit!




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