Oh, the madness

Sorry for the lack of posts, but things around here have been absolutely crazy.

• Kyle started a new rotation, family medicine in the Bronx. This comes with a new schedule that consists of 3 very long days at the hospital, but is followed by a 4-day weekend. I could definitely get used to this!
• I've been working like a mad woman as a nanny for 2 different families. I'm sort of doing double duty when it comes to jobs right now, but you've got to make hay while the sun shines. Hopefully by next week I'll have something permanent. I'll keep you posted.
• My mom and grandma came to visit us for 5 days. We took them all over this wild city and showed them the top places for tourists along with the lesser-known hot spots. I sure hope they had a good time. I know we enjoyed their visit. (I'll be posting some pictures of their time here soon)

That's been it for now. We're hoping to get some well-deserved rest this weekend, enjoy the fabulous fall weather, and catch-up on our list of places to visit in the city. I feel like just as we cross one thing off, another pops up on the radar and we're right back where we started. I guess we do have 2 years to work our way through the must-see, must-do, and must-eat of NYC and I'll be sure to keep you up to date on our adventures.

Exploring Central Park

Did you that Central Park is 843 acres! 1.317 square miles!

Pretty big, huh? I don't think most people realize just how large it is.

 

In a city of high rises and concrete, Central Park is an oasis of green grass, trees, lakes, wildlife, and absolute serenity. We've been in and out of the park on many occasions, but we decided it was time to put on our athletic gear, throw on a backpack, and really explore the wonder that is Central Park.

 

But first, we needed to get our energy up for all that walking with a NY classic...bagels and coffee!

 

 

We then made our way over to the lake for a little row boating. It is a bit of a touristy thing to do,

but it was so beautiful. We'd definitely go again for a unique city experience. The whole

time Kyle was wishing he could throw a line in the water. Sorry bud, no fishing in this lake.

 

 

 

 Next up, Bethesda Terrace. With its hall of ornate tile and beautiful fountain, this is one of the major hubs of the park where people come to people watch, be with friends, and take in the views.

 

 

 

 

We continued our adventure in the park with a walk along the massive reservoir.

 

 

 

And we finished up the day with a quick visit to the Conservatory Gardens at the north end of the park. These gardens are 3 perfectly manicured areas with fountains, vines, flowers, and shrubs.

 

 

I'm so glad we took the time to really see Central Park and all its unique areas.



Fashion Week

It's currently Fashion Week here and NYC is a buzz with fashionistas of all kinds.

 

Kyle and I went over to Lincoln Center to gawk at some of the festivities.

(I guess our invites to the shows must have gotten lost in the mail)

 

 

 

Photographers were grabbing people left and right to snap a photo of their outfit, ask

them about their vision, and find out who they were wearing. In case you were wondering, no one asked us. I think we were just too normal. In fact, we felt like total schmucks.

 

Here's a glimpse at some of the "unique looks" people were sporting.

 

 

 

 

Don't get me wrong, there were definitely some beautiful people wearing some very beautiful clothes, but you gotta know where to draw the line between fashionable and just plain crazy.



The Met

We'd never been to The Met. Room after room of art wasn't really our thing. Until now.

Last week we went to The Metropolitan Museum of Art to see what all the fuss was about and to check out a special exhibit on the rooftop. Plus, we heard they have a bar up there.

 

 

 

First of all, that view!!! The Met is technically located in Central Park, on 5th Ave.,

and the sea of green, bordered with the high rises is breathtaking.

 

 

 

Apparently a lot of other people knew about this spectacular view

because, we weren't alone. The place was packed!

 

 

 

The exhibit, Cloud City, was pretty unique too. It provides reflections from all over the city.

 

 

We explored a few of the galleries, but felt like we needed a lot more time. We barely

scratched the surface. Luckily this place is in our neighborhood, so we'll be back.



Falling for Fall

I can tell by the cool air in the mornings and evenings, and occasionally during the day,
that fall is just around the corner and I simply can't wait.

I'm a little anxious for a few reasons...

 

1. We've lived in the land of perpetual summer for the last few years. Dominica was hot, all the time.

 
2. Being an Arizona native, I've never experienced the season of fall and the beautiful changing leaves. We just sort of skip over it and go straight to winter (when we get down to a chilly 65).

 3. We have several visitors coming to the city these next few months and guests are always fun!

 4. Football season and countless hours of watching big, burly men run around on the gridiron.

 
5. I just love the idea of fall. The look, the flavors, the start of the holiday season. It makes me smile.

 

Here are a few things I'm looking forward to this fall:

 

Pumpkin Spice Pancakes from Annies-Eats. They've been a weekend favorite for a few years now.

 

 

 

DIY Pumpkin Spice Lattes also from Annies-Eats. Why pay an arm and a leg at Starbucks when you can have them right at home for a fraction of the cost? I can't wait to try this.

 

 

 

This Butternut Squash Soup recipe (minus the cinnamon and half the brown sugar). It's so creamy, comforting, and it warms the soul. Definitely a fall staple.

 

 

The anticipation of seeing Central Park like this gets me giddy. Isn't it beautiful?

 

And don't even get me started about the clothing. Boots...tights...scarves, oh my!!! 

 

Ahhh, the coziness of fall. It's just around the corner!