Are You Back to Regularly Scheduled Weekend Escapes?

Has COVID-19 derailed your travel plans? Or are you back to regularly scheduled weekend escapes?

Ade Samuel Bubble Hem Shirtdress Dress Created for Macy's INC International Concepts

I like you keep thinking that the end is near, even with the many different COVID-19 variants continuing to evolve.

Telfar Large Shopping Tote Used As A Weekend Escape Bag

I asked about our lives returning to normalcy in early spring since the pandemic outbreak began in March 2020. We all have high hopes that the pandemic will fade from the spotlight and no longer disrupt our lives.

Merriweather Lakehouse, Autograph Collection, Columbia, Maryland

The CDC loosened many coronavirus recommendations, signaling light at the end of the proverbial tunnel. I felt comfortable attending the outdoor Philadelphia Flower Show in June; I wanted to see what was going on in Washington, D.C, and recently a trip to New York City to see the Broadway play Hamilton.

My Most-Worn Preloved Fashionphile Chanel Mini Satin Flap with Silvia CoboCanasto Fringe Laced-Up Dress Sandal from Macy's
Weekend Bag: Telfar Vegan Leather Large Shopping Tote.

In January, I learned one of my favorite smooth jazz guitarists, the legendary George Benson, was planning a tour stop at the historic Howard Theatre in Washington, D.C. I first saw George Benson in college at The Bijou Café, a Philly Jazz Club. I still have his autograph on a cocktail napkin.

My George Benson Autograph from the Bijou Cafe in Philly

The 10-time Grammy-winning singer and musician performed many of his best-known hits. Which ones? On Broadway, Breezin’, and The Greatest Love of All, in the historic Howard Theatre.

Washington, D.C. Weekend Escape Included Visit to Howard Theatre to Hear Jazz Guitarist George Benson

The sold-out 1200-capacity theatre provided the right-size venue for our reserved table seating to appreciate the 79-year-old performer.

Weekend Escape to the Merriweather Lakehouse Hotel inColumbia, Maryland

I looked forward to booking hotel reservations at the Marriott Merriweather Lakehouse in Columbia, Maryland, a picturesque weekend escape. This facility is the perfect accommodation for attending the Capital Jazz Festival near Merriweather Pavillion, held annually for three days in June. Are any contemporary jazz lovers reading this post? If so, please share your favorites.

Please stay safe, and thank you for stopping by The Age of Grace.

Eugenia, Age of Grace