Jen and I just celebrated our seven-year anniversary. We kept it simple and took a spontaneous trip to Lancaster. Nothing fancy or extremely planned out, but it turned out to be exactly what we needed.
First stop was Shady Maple, which is known as the largest buffet in the country. It definitely lived up to the reputation. Afterward, we swung by the Tanger Outlets, picked up a little outfit for Jordan at J.Crew, and grabbed some new shoes for ourselves.
At the hotel, we ended up watching two pretty bad movies. The Karate Kid remake and the latest Jurassic World. We were still grateful though…
Before heading home, we checked out the Lancaster Central Market and really enjoyed the local food and energy. Most people think of Lancaster as just Amish country, and while that is part of the charm, it honestly felt like a peaceful and well-rounded community. Great places to eat, friendly people, and fresh produce from local farmers made it feel like a hidden gem.
It was a reminder that you do not always have to travel far to reset and reconnect. A simple trip with the people you love can be more valuable than any luxury experience.
