A kind stranger snapped this photo of my friend and me right behind the San Diego Convention Center—I think this was in September 2011.
We were there for a cosplay gathering at Seaport Village, which was a blast! To save on parking fees (a true con move), we took the trolley. The gathering itself was full of wonderful memories, including the moment I horrified my friends by eating a rock candy and Coke combination.
After the official event, my friend and I hopped back on the trolley, intending to go home. But we ended up meeting a curious new person and decided to just go on an adventure with them instead!
Sometimes, you just have to ride the wave and follow the fun, even if it means changing your entire plan. Those crazy, unplanned moments are the ones you cherish the most.