If you’re like me and thought New York City was a good representation of New York, think again. NYC is the anomaly in a state full of history, charming cities, and even farmland. Driving to Saratoga Springs was quite an experience in itself for me. It is amazing to see old red barns, corn fields, and whitewashed country churches along the back roads of a state I associated with the Empire State Building and Rockefeller Plaza.
We decided to spend some time in Saratoga Springs, Craig’s old stomping grounds during his prototype training for the Navy. Craig’s old roommate and buddy from the Navy, Al, and his wife Brandy also live in Saratoga and were nice enough to give us a place to crash for a couple nights.
We arrived around dinner time (we have a knack for that, I guess) and spent the night catching up and reliving old memories over pizza and some of Al’s home-brewed beers. Don’t be surprised if you see his stuff on the market one day…he is quite the brew master already!
The next day we headed into the city to check out the fabulous downtown of Saratoga Springs, and to witness none other than the Saratoga Horse Race Track. Saratoga Springs is also nothing like I imagined. The main street is comprised of well-kept red-brick buildings holding fine dining restaurants, upscale shopping, and hotels. Closer to the race track, Union street is lined with Victorian-style mansions, most of which look new despite their many years of existence. 
After cruising through the downtown area, we headed to the race track to catch a couple races. Again, if you’re not a gambler, this is a very affordable outing: $3 per person. Awesome.
That night we drove to Albany to meet up with Stacey, a good friend of mine from FSU, her husband Andy, and their five-month-old baby Drew. It’s been almost a year since I last saw them and have never met baby Drew, so it was so great catching up with them. You can always rely on your good friends to pick up right where you left off, no matter how long it’s been. They treated us to a fantastic dinner (thanks, guys!), then of course we had to take some pics:
Thank you, Al, Brandy, Stacey, and Andy for a great stop in upstate New York! Can’t wait to see you guys again.
Next Stop: Burlington, VT
That night we drove to Albany to meet up with Stacey, a good friend of mine from FSU, her husband Andy, and their five-month-old baby Drew. It’s been almost a year since I last saw them and have never met baby Drew, so it was so great catching up with them. You can always rely on your good friends to pick up right where you left off, no matter how long it’s been. They treated us to a fantastic dinner (thanks, guys!), then of course we had to take some pics:
Thank you, Al, Brandy, Stacey, and Andy for a great stop in upstate New York! Can’t wait to see you guys again.
Next Stop: Burlington, VT
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