sigh. (autumn style)

i rode the train back into nyc last weekend. the rails follow the hudson valley and it was by far the most beautiful fall foliage i have ever had the privilege to witness. the northern crisp cold air allows the trees to burst red and orange in a unique confetti all its own. i had just spent the previous days with my bestest of friends from college, one of whom had gotten married to an unbelievably-perfect-for-her man. we had wild dance partays and made fools of ourselves and created new silly stories to tell for years...

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while on the train i reflected on how much i LOVE traveling alone. the freedom and confidence that rejuvs me when i travel is thrilling. it is all up to me: and i always take advantage and walk on the other side of the street. i do not always play by these rules at home and cannot think of a good reason why. i needed this trip to remind me that i should do this more often...

my soundtrack was small play list that i kept on repeat. it bellowed with my emotions as i watched the mountains and the skip wrecked banks of the river. here are a few of my favorites...

stop this train john mayer
relator pete yorn & scarlett johansson
shine on you crazy diamond pink floyd

annie's song john denver

pulse ani difranco

manhattan kings of leon

secret heart fiest

cry me a river justin timberlake

exodus bob marley