My husband and I have started a travel and lifestyle channel on YouTube called The ChriMel Show. The first place we “traveled to” is my hometown, Rochester, MN. Rochester is a smallish city that’s developing some big city swagger. Its bar, restaurant, and retail scenes have evolved much in the past decade. They’ve gone from…
Isn’t it amazing how Rochester and the surrounding communities are starting to develop some big city coolness, while maintaining down to earth goodness? I’ve noticed that when I talk to one person about an event or an artist, the person I’m talking to knows the person I’m talking about or their girlfriend’s cousin’s brother. Y’know,…
Pizza and Panhandlers I was standing outside 99 Cents Fresh Pizza on West 42nd Street near Times Square in New York City when a panhandler asked me for fifty cents. “I’m so sorry,” I said. “I never carry cash.” It’s a true statement most of the time. It wasn’t true at that moment. A couple…
Living the Ideal Life Up North I woke up to go kayaking alone. It was 6:30 on a Sunday morning. Then, I woke Chris up. “Honey. I love you. Will you go outside with me in case there’s a bear?” We were Up North after all. “Yes.” It’s silly. I know. We are at a…