On the summer bucket list was the water bikes down at Canalside. What a fun experience it was!
A day off spent with my niece - flower picking at Nokomis Park in Cheektowaga made for a fun and hot afternoon
The Buffalo Zoo - Arctic Edge opens tomorrow to the public and I think its going to be a big hit with "Buffalonians"
The home opener is Sunday and I LOVE LOVE my Buffalo Bills sneakers that were created by Leah Hall from Halls of Art.
Up on the blog today, favorite thing # 5 that I love about WNY…the Buffalo Bills. That’s really not a surprise, but I’ve come to enjoy Sunday home games at the Ralph even more now because its father/daughter time with my Dad. While the games may not always be enjoyable to watch, having great company makes up for it. I'm looking forward to this coming season to see what the boys will do!
-B
Another week has come and gone! Here are some of things that made me smile this past week. I hope you all have a wonderful weekend! -B
{ Another Win for the Bills last Sunday. I will never get tired of seeing this at the Ralph }
{ The trains going by on Broadway }
{ A unexpected, but very nice Thank You/Happy Holidays gift from the Vera Bradley Foundation }
{ Call me old fashioned, but one thing I love the most is sending and receiving Christmas Cards in mail }
{ I love this chandelier of Santa Hats at Salvatore's }
I've said it before, but Monday's are always better when the Buffalo Bills win! I know this past season I've shared my thoughts on games that happened earlier in the season, today is no different. Yesterday's game brought excitement, fun and some observations that I thought I would write about.
1. Half of the arguments or attempts to fight each other by fans come from girls starting trouble. Yes, I just said that. There is always that one {or two} girls that come to the game with a group of their friends or with their boyfriend and have enough drinks in them to act or say something that starts trouble. Which brings me to my second observation...
2. Nothing good comes when people drink to much! Don't get me wrong I love football and I love attending the games, but yesterday's first half took forever! And with that fans had more time to grab some more beers and make more "great" decisions.
3. We won! So why were people racing to pull out of the parking lots and cut people off? Don't get me wrong after every game there are always some people that drive not so great, but more than usual, yesterday brought out the worst in fans as they left the stadium by car.
I feel like you may think I'm a stick in the mud and being a little "negative Nancy," but these are my observations. I do enjoy the games... A LOT, I just think that people get lost in all the hype and build up that surrounds football games and they forget to act like responsible adults.
Until tomorrow...
-B
Thanksgiving has come and gone and I hope all of you had a wonderful Holiday. Now we approach the craziness of Black Friday, the awesomeness {is that a word?} of Small Business Saturday and enjoying another Bills win {hopefully} on Sunday. Have a great one, make it count! -B
{Brunch at Betty's {on Virginia St.} this past week, I recommend the Bloody Mary's}
{Going through South Buffalo on South Park this past week}
{Nothing beats homemade food, especially apple pie}
{Support local businesses, shop local on Small Business Saturday and through the Holiday season, {Main St. East Aurora}}
{A mini bar display full of beverages at Taste in East Aurora, NY}
With all the snow that has fallen over Western New York in the past 24 hours, I thought I would post some of my favorite pictures from people {including myself} that posted on social media what's going on in their neck of the woods. The weather has been the talk of the town, making National headlines and while some up North have only seen a couple inches, this storm has cost the lives of a handful of people. It's important for everyone to remember to stay inside and let the emergency personnel and first responders do their jobs. In times like these I'm even more happy and proud to say I live in Buffalo - "A city of good neighbors," always coming through and helping each other in times of need and showing each other some #Buffalove. Stay safe and warm!
-B
{Tuesday Nov. 18 - Picture taken via news station showing the Lake Effect Snow band between Downtown and the Southtowns}
{Tuesday evening - photo taken by news station showing the NYS Thruway}
{My friend Tara enjoying a glass of wine outside her home Tuesday evening}
{Airplane view}
{Outside my house on Wednesday morning}
{The sun shining and the snow taking a break Wednesday late morning}
{Photo via Buffalo Bills - Snow on the field and in the stands at Ralph Wilson Stadium on Wednesday}
Yay for Friday! I've been a little under the weather this week and am finally starting to feel better. It comes just in time to, my niece and I are super excited for Bubblefest tomorrow at the Science Museum. That's all we've been talking about for the past couple of weeks! Have a great one! -B
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{ I'm looking forward to the Compass House Planting Seeds of Hope Dinner tonight }
{ The flyover at this past Sunday's Bills game was pretty cool }
{ Because if you're from Western New York, this is necessary sometimes }
{ I have some of the best friends who send me pictures from wine night saying they love me. Love you ladies! }
{ Because coffee has been getting me through my days lately }
{My Dad and I on the field post Bills game}
My Dad and I have been going to Bills games for quite some time now, its nice "father/daughter time," so after this past Sunday's game we had the opportunity to head on the field. While I thought it wasn't going to be as exciting as pre-game passes would be, it was a lot of fun! The loss to Kansas City put a "little" damper on the day, but we made best of the situation and the experience. We got to take pictures, run around the field and throw the football around. The Bills staff were friendly, personable and fun which made it more enjoyable. It was definitely a memory that will stay with me through the years. Below are a few of the photos I captured.
Go Bills! And SQUISH THE FISH tonight!
-B
{Yes, I had to take a selfie on the field}
{ My Alex and Ani collection of bracelets and Disney Magic Band in front of Epcot }
Walt Disney created Disney World on a dream and imagination and what an imagination he had! It has been a few years since I was on vacation for longer than a "long weekend." About a week ago me and a few friends decided back in April that we wanted to go to the happiest place on earth, Disney World. While this post really doesn't have a lot to do with Buffalo, it does have a lot to do with how my blog was started. I love to travel, love it! But I always loved coming home because even though I've seen amazing sights and had great experiences there is no place like Buffalo, my hometown.
It has been over 10 years since I was at Disney World and while some things have stayed the same, it was different. Going to Disney as an adult you have a different perception than children. It amazes me to see people from all over the world come together and feel like a kid, even if it was just for a few minutes. Walking through the parks I often thought where were people from and was there a special occasion as to why they were there, what was their story!
My vacation was a magical one. It brought out the "kid" in me, made me appreciate the life I have even more and the opportunities that I've been given. Seeing other Western New York Natives and Buffalo Bills fans at the parks made it feel like a little piece of home was in Florida too.
For those who only think Buffalo is known for the cold weather and for those who think there hometown doesn't offer anything, think again. Take time to travel to other places, see different cultures and see where Buffalo falls into your life. While Disney World is one of the happiest places on earth and while part of me wanted to stay there, coming home to Buffalo is the happiest of all places for me.
-B
Below are just a handful of pictures I took while on vacation.
It started off with a huge celebration, the Pegula Family, introduced by Chris Berman on the big screens at the Ralph, chants, signs saying One Buffalo, Johnny Rzeznik performing the National Anthem to us looking pretty good in the beginning of the game. Then it happened, the horrible officiating started to take place {to the point where it looked like they didn't even know what penalties they were calling on}, to the horrible Brady who wouldn't even give a high five to the half time little league team playing on the field {really is a high five gonna hurt you Brady}, all to Gronkowski crying that he got "hurt."
With the lack of patience fans were having with the NFL Officials {I don't even know if I should call them that} the game day staff wasn't any better, we had event staff walk up and down are section at least 6 or 7 times before they decided to kick a fan out for being rude during almost the whole game. It really takes you that many times to decide whether or not this person should go?!? Oh and let me not forget to mention the lady who maybe watched a total of 10 minutes of the whole game. Instead she felt that getting food and drink and walking around aimlessly was the way to go. I think she would have been better off staying at her tailgate or hosting a party at her home, it probably would have saved her a few dollars.
I know I sound harsh, don't get me wrong I do enjoy {very much} going to the games with my Dad. And I must say I am lucky we sit next to some awesome people, but I feel the need to voice my opinion on what I observe each week. Yes, I know its an NFL game, but am I wrong to ask where people's common sense has gone. As fans we build up this "hype" that we have to do x, y and z and isn't the real reason we're all there to watch a football game?
Until next time! Go Bills!
-B
Bills game, National Anthem 10.12.14
{Click above to watch my video of the end of the National Anthem performed by Johnny Rzeznik of the Goo Goo Dolls}
{I'm not the only one who thought the officiating was bad}
{Breast Cancer Survivors took the field during the end of the 3rd quarter}
{Follow me on Instagram for more photos I took from the game. My handle is bybuffalob}
Join in an evening of supporting local heroes and delicious treats from Chef Richert of Torches at Modern Kitchens of Buffalo. For event info click here.
Last year my Mom and I went to the Billieve event as spectators, not actually participating in the Live Ribbon on the Rainbow Bridge. This year we are and I'm excited to share this experience with her. Click here for all of the event info and to sign up.
While Ellicottville will be bustling this weekend for their Fall Fest, the Allentown Association will be hosting one of their own. For those who love the area and don't want to tackle the 40 minute drive south, head downtown for the Allentown Fall Festival. Food trucks, children's activities and much more will be on hand for you.
Love chocolate? Then head to Fowler's Chocolates on Saturday Oct. 11 or Monday Oct. 13 and take a self guided tour of the chocolate factory. For $2 you get to participate in the Annual Factory Tour and help a great cause, the Make-A-Wish of WNY organization.
As I'm writing this post I still have goosebumps from the Buffalo Bills win against the Detroit Lions. What a game! Every game is important to win, but A LOT was on the line for Buffalo. 1. This was the last game where the Buffalo Bills are owned by the Wilson family. 2. Winning this game keeps us first in line in the AFC. 3. Whenever there is a quarterback change as fans you always wonder how it will end...in our favor or not.
While play calling was iffy at times, the team came together till the very end to lead their fans in a nail bitter winning game. I can only imagine what Mary Wilson and the rest of the Wilson family were thinking as they watched on. Ralph Wilson has done so much for the Buffalo Community, not only by owning the Buffalo Bills, but by leaving billions of dollars to go to local charities in this community. He was a man that was smart, passionate, positive and influential. A role model. And I can only hope that others follow in his footsteps.
Sunday marked an end of the Wilson era, but their legacy will last forever in the hearts and minds of Bills fans everywhere.
Until next week! Go Bills!!!
-B
Buffalo Bills Fans - Just a Blonde in Buffalo
{ click above - I captured this video of fans at Bada Bing after we won the game. #Buffalove }
{ My NFL Style - Buffalo Bills, Just a Blonde in Buffalo }
{ My friend Lacey taking selfies post win, check out her blog #forty74 forty74.com }
{ The girls! Go Bills }
Its been a good week, volunteering, catching up on things that I have been putting to the side and planning ahead to the next couple of weeks. Even though the weather isn't supposed to be that great, I'm looking forward to picking pumpkins with my niece and sister on Saturday and Sunday I'm looking forward to attending {as a guest} the Bridal Celebration at Asbury Hall. Ali and Erica always put together great events and there will be a lot of talented Buffalonians there. Have a good, rested weekend! Go Bills!
-B
{ I love seeing the cranes downtown }
{ Just another reason I love Newbury St. on Elmwood }
{ The Polar Bites Pre-Party was a success! }
{ My walk to the First Niagara Center last week was a beautiful one, I love seeing the trees starting to change colors }
{ The first step I took on the Sky High Course this past week. Facing fears and living life }
Today as I was walking into Ralph Wilson Stadium with my Dad for the last time this season, I started to think of all the good memories I had at the games this year. I seriously couldn't ask for better fans in Section 126. The guys in that section are like a second family. No matter how bad the game is we still make it fun and enjoyable. The Bills were a major disappointment this year, but I seriously believe they have the best fans in the NFL. Whether our team is good or bad Buffaloians LOVE football and LOVE their Buffalo Bills. Over the next few days and months changes will be made at One Bills Drive and all of us fans are hoping that next year will be our year! GO BILLS!!! -B
...Called Buffalo
