A Thurley-Good Place To Be.

There is nothing like watching the planes land at BWI Thurgood Marshall while you take a break from biking. The Dixon Aircraft Observation Area is a place where bikers can rest, children can play, and people can watch airplanes glide to the runway. I found people utilizing every part of this space as long as its open. Families bring their children to play and watch the planes and bikers park their cars to get ready to ride. The parking lot is overflowing with cars which suggest the space could be bigger to allow more people to use this area.

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Wedding planning to stay debt free

I believe weddings should not place a couple into debt. As I plan my wedding, I understand why they cost an average of thirty thousand dollars. Weddings are a time to celebrate the start of a new family. I believe there is a way to plan a decent wedding that does not cost an extraordinary amount. I intend to find this way to be happy with the cost and the overall appearance.

Why is there pressure to focus on the materialistic view of a wedding?  I think media is a big reason for that. Shows such as Say Yes to the Dress and Four Weddings set the standard for what weddings need to look like. I want simple things at my wedding that will make everyone feel comfortable.  I don’t plan on spending money on open bars, expensive dresses, or fancy venues because I don’t think that what will matter in thirty years. It may sound cheap, but I don’t think spending money like that is worth it. I want a wedding that I will be able to look back and know that I planned it right.

  As I plan, I want the focus to be on the celebration of joining two families rather than focusing on what my dress looks like or the cost of the venue. In the end, the most memorable and important thing is that a new phase in life is starting. I know I will find a way to make the day affordable and comfortable, without seeming cheap.

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The Streaming Life

What is it about watching movies or TV series on Netflix?  They’re the next best thing. Netflix gave consumers the opportunity to rent or stream as many movies as they want for a flat rate, with no due date. They've become the library of entertainment. I love Netflix; I’m able to watch five years of a series in just five days. Streaming shows and movies online is how I watch TV every day.  Why own all these movies or shows when Netflix gives you access to thousands of movies for less than the price of one each month? 

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Home. Just Down the Runway

I feel most at home when I can hear the distant roars of airplane engines at Baltimore Washington International; now known as Thurgood Marshall Airport. I've spent the majority of my life never more than 5 miles away from this airport which is a bit ironic; I have the perfect opportunity to travel. It took me a while to appreciate how lucky I am to live so close. When I do fly it’s nice to know when I land, I really am home.

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