This weekend my mom visited. We had a great time, celebrating her birthday and enjoying the city, rain and all. She arrived Friday, making the drive in just 3.5 hours! Except for a little detour into the Key Food parking lot, the ride was uneventful. We spent the night drinking yummy blueberry wine, eating pizza and talking, talking, talking. Saturday we visited the Met--which is extraordinarily huge; I had no idea! (One of the best things about having visitors here, is that I get to do things I've never done!) And after traversing Central Park in the rain to cross the island, we emerged from the trees just in time to jump on a train to Rockefeller Center. But of course, the trains were running all funny and confused because of the weekend/track work (Displaced New Yorkers feel our frustration.) So we ended up having to walk back North 10 blocks. We made it just in time to plop down in Radio City for The Christmas Spectacular!! And it was just that, Spectacular. The Rocketts were amazing, and--sadly for Glenn--I'm feeling quite Christmasy now.
The show wasn't in our plan for the weekend, but on a whim we checked for tickets on Friday night, and found Orchestra, dead center seats! Quite the luck we had! Saturday night was capped off with margaritas and fajitas at El Cantiniero on University Pl.
Sunday we made an apple pie and drank tea.
What more could a girl and her mom ask for in a weekend?
This weekend was such a welcome break from classes and reading and pretending to be thinking smart thoughts all the time. Sometimes, you just need to breathe, and have a cup of tea with your mom. Perhaps that should be my mantra.
Tonight, it's back to writing and reading, and worrying about the week ahead, but at least I've had a wonderful respite. Thanks, Mom.
Sunday, November 9, 2008
Monday, October 13, 2008
a fall weekend in new york
We had a wonderful weekend; too bad the weather wasn't as nice all summer when we were in Maine and Vermont.
Saturday we went mountain biking at this place on long island called Glacier Ridge. The trails were amazing--really difficult, but so beautiful. Most of the time I couldn't see Glenn in front of me on the trail, the trees were still so dense. And of course, i took a spill over a jump--i was due for some good lookin' bruises. And to complete the day, we watched Penn State destroy Wisconsin.
Yesterday though was by far one of the best days I've spent in Brooklyn in a while. After a morning of grocery shopping, we decided to head down to Coney Island to take advantage of the beautiful weather. Somehow we've managed to lose three baseballs in this house, so we took the football. I practiced my spiral on the beach, and when we got tired of gawking at the big men in little bathing suits, we walked out on to Steeplechase pier. Fishermen lined the railings, there was a guy playing a conga drum, and a woman selling some sort of indistinguishable food.
We watched a few people pull up small fish, and we could see these huge schools of tiny fish, swishing and swooshing through the water. Then all of the sudden from one end of the pier there was this massive feeding frenzey! The water seemed to be alive with jumping fish. I've never seen anything like it. The fisherpeople were just dropping their lines into the water and pulling up fish!
After almost being hooked by an overzealous 10 year old, we walked up to the board walk, had a beer and some fried shrimp, and decided to ride the Wonder Wheel--the huge ferris wheel. It was just lovely. We saw a wedding party taking pictures at one of the carnival games, visited a local candy shop, and bought beers on a street corner and sat at a picnic table watching the array of folks walking by. If only the Pats had won, it would have been an almost-perfect day.
Coney Island this past summer---is there any sand under all those people?
Saturday we went mountain biking at this place on long island called Glacier Ridge. The trails were amazing--really difficult, but so beautiful. Most of the time I couldn't see Glenn in front of me on the trail, the trees were still so dense. And of course, i took a spill over a jump--i was due for some good lookin' bruises. And to complete the day, we watched Penn State destroy Wisconsin.
Yesterday though was by far one of the best days I've spent in Brooklyn in a while. After a morning of grocery shopping, we decided to head down to Coney Island to take advantage of the beautiful weather. Somehow we've managed to lose three baseballs in this house, so we took the football. I practiced my spiral on the beach, and when we got tired of gawking at the big men in little bathing suits, we walked out on to Steeplechase pier. Fishermen lined the railings, there was a guy playing a conga drum, and a woman selling some sort of indistinguishable food.
We watched a few people pull up small fish, and we could see these huge schools of tiny fish, swishing and swooshing through the water. Then all of the sudden from one end of the pier there was this massive feeding frenzey! The water seemed to be alive with jumping fish. I've never seen anything like it. The fisherpeople were just dropping their lines into the water and pulling up fish!
After almost being hooked by an overzealous 10 year old, we walked up to the board walk, had a beer and some fried shrimp, and decided to ride the Wonder Wheel--the huge ferris wheel. It was just lovely. We saw a wedding party taking pictures at one of the carnival games, visited a local candy shop, and bought beers on a street corner and sat at a picnic table watching the array of folks walking by. If only the Pats had won, it would have been an almost-perfect day.
Coney Island this past summer---is there any sand under all those people?
Wednesday, October 1, 2008
The Last Hurrah of Summer 2008
This past weekend we made a trip up to Lake Sebago with some friends to attend a Brewers Festival. Aside from the continuous rain, the septic tank being deemed 'inoperable,' and the motor on the Whaler committing suicide, we had a great time.
Friday night we had a visitor! A baby snapping turtle wandered into the garage while we were playing beer pong, so of course I scooped him up, showed him to everyone, and then brought him out to the beach where he could be in the water. The next morning I went out on the off chance he might be lingering, and look who I found!
Isn't he just the most amazing thing ever?!
And then we were off to the beer fest! Everyone seems to have had a great time, and we were glad to host the 1st annual Brewfest Weekend.
Friday night we had a visitor! A baby snapping turtle wandered into the garage while we were playing beer pong, so of course I scooped him up, showed him to everyone, and then brought him out to the beach where he could be in the water. The next morning I went out on the off chance he might be lingering, and look who I found!
Isn't he just the most amazing thing ever?!And then we were off to the beer fest! Everyone seems to have had a great time, and we were glad to host the 1st annual Brewfest Weekend.
Friday, September 19, 2008
This week..
Wednesday evening after a long day in the library, I smooshed on to the D train (rush hour is just the worst), sidled up to a little old woman holding on to the pole, and glanced up. And there staring down at me was the greenest, most beautiful grasshopper. I have no idea how he got up there, or where he might have been going, but he made my day. I wanted to scoop him up when I got off, but I was afraid that he'd make a break for it and land on someone's head. A grasshopper freak-out on a crowded train didn't seem like thing for the grasshopper, or the people. So he traveled down to Coney Island where I can only imagine he got off , grabbed a hot dog at Nathan's and took a stroll on the boardwalk.
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This weekend Glenn is out of town picking up his new car! and visiting some friends on the Cape. I'm here with the furry family....
two of the loves of my life....
trying to get ahead of the game for school next week.
It was also a tough week here school-wise. My mentor is very sick, and there is talk of her going on leave this semester which, as one might expect, is hard on several levels. So as much as I miss Glenn when he's away and wish I could be visiting home this weekend, I'm thankful for the time to regroup and sort out all of what is happening.
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This weekend Glenn is out of town picking up his new car! and visiting some friends on the Cape. I'm here with the furry family....
two of the loves of my life....trying to get ahead of the game for school next week.
It was also a tough week here school-wise. My mentor is very sick, and there is talk of her going on leave this semester which, as one might expect, is hard on several levels. So as much as I miss Glenn when he's away and wish I could be visiting home this weekend, I'm thankful for the time to regroup and sort out all of what is happening.
Saturday, September 13, 2008
Rent-a-pup
I'm dog sitting for a co-worker of Glenn's this weekend. My little black fuzzy buddy is named Slider, but he's way cuter than the tiny hamburgers that share his name. (Don't worry Beemer, you're still my favorite.)
So I was up bright and early with the pup today and we walked for about an hour before heading over to the dog park. I love the city early in the morning. The streets are quite (not like now--9:30 0n a Saturday night.) and peaceful. There are a few other people out, mostly with dogs or exercising. Slider ran around for a while in the dog park and then we headed back to the apartment. Incidently, this apartment is fantastic! It's not as big as our place in Brooklyn, but the location is just amazing. It's across the street, literaly, from NYU, which works out just perfect for me.
I also found that having a dog makes people want to talk to you. In just 24 hours, I've had more random conversations with folks on the street than I have in 2+ years. Quite the people magnet, this little guy.
We had a busy day, 3 walks so far, with one more to go, though right now, he's passed out on the couch. So another glass of wine for me, and then a quick walk in the drizzle before bed.
So I was up bright and early with the pup today and we walked for about an hour before heading over to the dog park. I love the city early in the morning. The streets are quite (not like now--9:30 0n a Saturday night.) and peaceful. There are a few other people out, mostly with dogs or exercising. Slider ran around for a while in the dog park and then we headed back to the apartment. Incidently, this apartment is fantastic! It's not as big as our place in Brooklyn, but the location is just amazing. It's across the street, literaly, from NYU, which works out just perfect for me.
I also found that having a dog makes people want to talk to you. In just 24 hours, I've had more random conversations with folks on the street than I have in 2+ years. Quite the people magnet, this little guy.
We had a busy day, 3 walks so far, with one more to go, though right now, he's passed out on the couch. So another glass of wine for me, and then a quick walk in the drizzle before bed.
Friday, September 5, 2008
Back to school
According to Glenn, yesterday was my 19th first day of school. But then, that seemed like an awful lot of years to be buying notebooks and pens, so I counted for myself, and found that it's actually my 20th first day of school. (That 5th year at Penn State had to be counted somewhere, I suppose.)
And yesterday morning I felt just as nervous as I did walking into Shepherd Hill to start 7th grade. A tiny fish in a big pond. Then I went to class and realized that I can do this. It's what I've been preparing my whole life for (though I didn't know it)--the opportunity to make a valuable contribution to the world.
This afternoon I don't feel very nervous anymore; my desire to be successful far outweighs any apprehensions I may have. And perhaps I feel this way because I know that the people I've surround myself with will help me when I inevitably stumble or have a massive meltdown, which ever comes first.
So now that I have spent the entire day being productive in the library, I'm going to meet Glenn for a drink and celebrate my 20th first day of school and the promise of a few more.
And yesterday morning I felt just as nervous as I did walking into Shepherd Hill to start 7th grade. A tiny fish in a big pond. Then I went to class and realized that I can do this. It's what I've been preparing my whole life for (though I didn't know it)--the opportunity to make a valuable contribution to the world.
This afternoon I don't feel very nervous anymore; my desire to be successful far outweighs any apprehensions I may have. And perhaps I feel this way because I know that the people I've surround myself with will help me when I inevitably stumble or have a massive meltdown, which ever comes first.
So now that I have spent the entire day being productive in the library, I'm going to meet Glenn for a drink and celebrate my 20th first day of school and the promise of a few more.
Friday, August 22, 2008
Summer 2008
We have had a fantastic summer. Trips to Vermont, Maine, Las Vegas--it was all so much fun; I wish it wasn't almost over!
Here are some of my favorite pictures from the last few months:
MAY
Memorial Day Weekend Glenn surprised me with one of the best gifts I've ever received--a private tour of Lake Champlain in this plane! It was scary, exhilarating and peaceful all at once.
This is the view of our house on the
lake from the plane!
We did some kayaking though the dugout...
JUNE
We went to the Mermaid Parade in Brooklyn at Coney Island and drank big beers from the back of a truck.
JULY
Then it was off to Las Vegas!
AUGUST
Our friends Sabine and Matt got married in VT...Congrats guys!
The NYC girls (sans Sabine) arriving at the condo in VT...
Wedding Shenanigans.
Finally up to Maine...
Beers in Portland.
More to come soon... Summer isn't over yet!
Here are some of my favorite pictures from the last few months:
MAY
Memorial Day Weekend Glenn surprised me with one of the best gifts I've ever received--a private tour of Lake Champlain in this plane! It was scary, exhilarating and peaceful all at once.
This is the view of our house on the
lake from the plane!
We did some kayaking though the dugout...
JUNE
We went to the Mermaid Parade in Brooklyn at Coney Island and drank big beers from the back of a truck.
JULY
Then it was off to Las Vegas!
AUGUST
Our friends Sabine and Matt got married in VT...Congrats guys!
The NYC girls (sans Sabine) arriving at the condo in VT...
Wedding Shenanigans.
Finally up to Maine...
Beers in Portland.
More to come soon... Summer isn't over yet!
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