NEWPORT – He begins with the “take two beers to tell” story of a nickname that has lasted a life time. Mansfield Lyon derived the nickname “Pro” back in the eighth grade. In junior high Lyon fell in love with the drums. Not having a drum at home he practiced on a wooden block as well as going once a week to practice at the high school.

Never tasted falafel? How about pho? Give your dining some international flair at these Aquidneck Island restaurants.

Nothing seems to ever come close to the tire size, perfectly thin pies served daily through out New York City. You know, the Brooklyn style, with extra gooey slices that spew the melted mozzarella all over the paper plate with the perfect blend of Oregano and secret mouth-watering tomato sauce.

Tucked between two buildings and down four cement steps is the cozy restaurant, Pick Pockets located on 190 Thames Street, Newport, Rhode Island. It is such a quaint little international food shop with homey-yellow walls to coincide with the friendly atmosphere.

Recently, I have not welcomed my emotions. I have become silent and turned back into my shy, introverted self. I call it crawling inside of myself to protect the pain I find in my heart. I am the type of person who finds everything beautiful and cannot see the worthlessness in anyone or anything.