The Big Apple

Sunday, September 14, 2008.
We arrived in NYC early Sunday morning. Flight was easy, taxi ride to our hotel, not so easy. The taxi had only 2 gears: really fast and STOP! Our driver also enjoyed driving between the lanes. My best guess was that it gave him greater opportunities to jump from lane to lane. (Bet you did not know that taxis could jump, did you???) But the ride had our hearts beating rapidly in our chests and our adrenaline pumping; we were ready for a beautiful day in The Big Apple.
Sunday was sunny and HOT. We were able to walk the streets and enjoy the sights. We started out by strolling down 48th to Broadway.
Lucky us!! The annual event of “Broadway on Broadway” was taking place. Actors, actresses and a live band performed top songs from this year’s productions. The streets were closed off; people gathered on the bleachers (set up for this event) lined the streets, and sang along with the performers. It was a great afternoon. We were so inspired; we bought tickets to see a show. We saw “Avenue Q!” on Monday night. As Dan described it to me, “It is Sesame Street for adults!!” Really cute! Catchy tunes! Very funny!! (Not for the faint of heart)
Later that evening we met up with Ed who took the train in from Albany. (Ed is a college roommate of Dan’s). He was only in for a few hours so we made the most of our time together. We went to a wine and cheese restaurant where the cheese was incredible, the wine was wonderful, and our waiter was snooty. We thought we were in Paris already. Then, to try something new, we went over to a Korean BBQ for dinner. That was fun! I highly suggest you try it!
Monday, Dan was in training. I tried to “be seen” on the Today Show, but it was not to be my time in the spotlight. Oh well, maybe some time soon!
Later, just by chance, I was able to meet with Jenn’s sisters-in-law. Annie and Jill flew in from California to visit friends. What a great surprise! We walked Madison and 5th Avenues looking for the perfect little purchase. Nothing stopped us until we went into Tiffany’s. Only Annie walked out with “the little blue bag”! Lucky girl!!!
Later when Dan was back, we took time to walk through Central Park. It is such a wonderful place to go and TOTALLY forget you are in the middle of a huge city. We then returned to the hotel to prep for dinner and the show. Again, it was a fantastic time.
Tuesday we woke to clouds and a much cooler day. We went for breakfast then walked the streets. Lunch was in a little café as we watched the city hustle around us. By 2:00 we were at the airport for Dan’s second day of consultations. In preparation for our time in Paris, I chose a seat near a crepe stand to wait for Dan. Ooo la la!
Our time in New York was just wonderful. It was a very nice way to spend our last 2 days in the US. Oh my.

Sadly we say “good-bye” to our family and friends, or better yet, we will say “see you all again soon.” Please know that you are in our thoughts. We will miss you terribly. Be sure to keep in touch!

Take care, Dan and Chris

Talk to you again soon from Paris!!