I have set an ambitious goal for myself this year to enrich my relationship with my partner by going on a date every month. Fortunately, my significant other shares my enthusiasm, and we already had an exciting date this month. We decided to visit the Oddities and Curiosities Expo in Los Angeles, and it was a captivating experience we’ll never forget.
Upon entering the exhibition, we were greeted by a dazzling display of unique taxidermy pieces and antique items that I will only refer to as “dead people’s stuff” from now on. The artists’ showcase was awe-inspiring, with fantastic prints, stickers, tote bags, and clothing. Although we left with numerous items, the feeling of discovering something special was worth more than what we spent.
One of the highlights of the exhibition for me was a taxidermy raccoon. He was my spirit animal.
Unfortunately, it was beyond my budget. Instead, I opted for some muskrat skulls, which were tiny and adorable. I’m planning to dye and crystallize them to create an eye-catching display. I had no idea that you could dye skulls until I attended the expo, and a lady there suggested using blueberries to achieve an almost black color. I’m excited to try it out and see how it turns out.
After the expo, Hector and I decided to grab some food. A while ago, a friend suggested we check out this awesome spot called Barcade. Of course, we have been dragging our feet to go, which was a mistake because we missed out on so much fun. It’s like a bar and an arcade had a baby – it’s super cool! If you’re ever around LA, give it a try. The food was amazing, and we spent a good hour goofing around and playing games. They even had this dry cider that was soo good, but I was too busy kicking Hector’s butt at the games to remember the name! Oh, and get this – they had the arcade version of one of my favorite racing games from my GameCube days, Crazy Taxi! Who knew it was even an arcade game?!
Since Barcade is near Pasadena, we visited one of my favorite dessert spots, I Like Pie. This place serves only pies, and the aroma of freshly baked pies was so inviting. Although it can be expensive, we visit it on special occasions. We tried their current seasonal pie, which was a caramel banana cream and a Carmel brownie. It was heavenly, with the perfect balance of sweetness and creaminess. The crust was flaky and buttery, and the filling was smooth and delicious. I enjoyed every bite and left the place with a happy tummy.
As the night progressed, we settled in to watch the 49ers game. It was an excellent date, with the promise of a bright future. I’m eager to explore all the fantastic opportunities that life has in store for us, and I’m grateful to have such a fantastic partner by my side. Together, we’ll discover all the wonders that the world has to offer.
