New York Day Tres

This morning I woke up early to talk to David while he got ready for training and then he went and got us breakfast around 7:30.  I hadn't had coffee two days in a row so this morning was a treat to indulge in my dunkin dounuts coffee and biscuit.  Today David will be going to a school in the Bronx to observe an actual teaching of the dances.  I wanted to go but they are tight on space and no extra visitors were allowed. 

Yesterday during the day I was trying to recovery from feeling feverish so I read, slept, read, slept, etc.  David has been able to walk over for lunch so we were able to eat lunch together.  Once he got finished with training he showed me some of the dances and taught me a few steps.  Then we headed out for dinner.  We found this small taco joint called Maui Tacos.  You wouldn't notice it unless familiar with the area as it's space is very small.  We were drawn to the taco special (2 hard or soft tacos plus a drink for 5.99) I ordered beef and David ordered shrimp tacos.  They had a sauce and "condiment" bar (reminded me of a Moe's).  The tacos were very good, obviously more of a Maui style than the typical Mexian tacos I am used to.  They were non greasy and I could have been fine eating just one (as we had also ordered chips and salsa). I was pretty full from one and a half.  We both would def. recommend this as a place to eat in NYC.

After dinner we stayed around Manhatten to do a little shopping.  David needed some dress socks and another dress shirt for training.  We spent a good amount of time in the 3 story H and M store.  I wish we had one in Winston Salem.  We also went to Forever21 (3 stories) and Macy's again.  Before heading back to the hotel we headed to Korean way to check out Red Mango.

 

 

They have the BEST frozen yogurt and you get to choose your fruit toppings.  They also have smoothies and parfaits.  I got their Madagascar Vanilla yogurt with fresh blueberries and strawberries:) MMMMMM. It was like heaven in my mouth.

On our way back to the hotel the swat team was across the street about a block away with the dogs and weapons. Not sure WHAT was going on but hopefully they got it all figured out. EH.

 

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New York Day Dos

Last night I didn't sleep well at all.  Went through spouts of sweating to chilling and lots of tossing and turning.  I woke up this morning feeling the same (sweating, freezing, sweating). I feel feverish but don't have a thermometer so I've just been struggling in bed while David is up and at em for Day 2 of training.

For those wondering, his first day of training went well. He was on his feet all day as they learned 80% of the dances.  He looks so handsome in his dress pants, dress shirt, and tie.  I am going to make him teach me some of the dances.  There are 42 people here receiving training for Dancing Classrooms.  A lot of them are staying in the same hotel as us. 

Yesterday during the day I began reading Ted Dekker's BLACK (the first in the series), a little internet stuff, showered, watched some crazy documentary on HBO, and more reading.  David walked over to the hotel during their lunch break and we walked down the street so he could get Subway (the 5 dollar footlongs are cheaper than so many other things around here). After his lunch was over I walked around the block and stopped in this Korean accessory shop.  I was in search for something Owlish but ending up buying a cute coffee cup ring instead (didn't feel like dropping a lot of money on some jewerly). AFterwards I just strolled around the block enjoying the city life hustle and bustle and came back to cool down. 

When David got out of training (which is 5 pm each day), we headed down to Time's Square.  WE decided to walk instead of take the subway so that I could see as much as possible.  We had a nice breeze so it was very enjoyable.  On our way we stopped by Bryant Park and I snagged some photos.  A ton of people were out in the lawn area as it was some sort of Film Festival taking place. 

I loved being in Times Square. 

(not my photo)

 Sure beats the streets of Manhatten.  We went to Toys R Us with the giant ferris wheel and multi-levels of endless "inner child" entertainment and giddiness.  I bought me some Toy Story silly bandz.  I wanted a my little pony but David said NO.  I loved the Barbie DReam House and made David go in there with me.  I took a lot of pictures and tried to get David to buy the Edward-Bella-Jacob barbie dolls (he objected rather firmly) lol. 

We ate at Virgil's BBQ in Times Square after I picked up a souvineer for Mom and Dad (and myself).  Virgil's was exceptionally amazing for some quality BBQ.  I ended up ordering the Pulled Chicken and David ordered Lamb. We wanted to head to FAO Schwarz but I got the times mixed up and thought they were opened later when in actuality they closed early and Toys R Us stayed open late.  We also stopped in this beautiful Catholic Church and I got some good shots.  We also went by Radio City Music Hall, Rockefella Center, and the gazillion stores lining the streets of Times Square. 

Overall our adventure had us walking from 31st to 58th street and back not to mention the 5 blocks over to get to Times Square.  Our legs were like jello and we were both ready to come back to the hotel and rest. Man on Fire was on TV so we watched that until lights out.  I stayed up so I could read BLACK.  (Ps. I finished this morning)

One conclusion I came to is this: you can't be overweight and outta shape in New York.  You just don't see heavy set people walking around.  They honestly wouldn't be able to make it.  Talk about a calorie burner. 

Rain is in the forecast for Day 3 so we shall see what this evening will bring for us.

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New York Day Uno

So our flight had us in New York around 10:15 am yesterday.  Something fishy smelling leaked on my bag from the plane and left an annoying odor. At least it was only a small spot.

My first ever taxi car experience since 2000 in Cancun left me grabbing David's hand at the crazy spastic driving I experienced. I for sure thought we were going to get in a wreck.  Our driver had only been driving for 6 months but David told me that he was pretty calm in comparision.

Check in time for the Herald Sqaure Hotel wasn't until 3:00 pm so we got lockers to put our luggage in while we pulled out the attraction and map guide to scope a plan.  The rest of the afternoon was spent walking around the city near the hotel exploring the shops and attempting to do some shopping although I was pre cycle and totally a space cadet.  I wasn't in the mood to try on clothes.

My first purchase was from a Sephora store (2 stories) HEAVEN. David immediately found the bargains in the 9 story Macy's and got a 2 belts one for 4 and the other for 6 bucks (both were originally priced at 20.00)

We walked and shopped and walked some more up until check in.  Our room is one of the recent remodeled rooms and I will post pictures later when I get back into town (left my gadgets to upload at home). A nice long nap followed as we had been up since 4 am yesterday morning. 

We were going to head to Time's Square last night but the majority of what we wanted to see was closed being a Sunday so we opted for grabbing a slice of THICK AND GREASY NY pizza, walked around some more, then headed back to the hotel so David could iron his clothes and get ready for training.

I am not a fan of all the stinky city smells but hey such is the life in the city.  I def feel like the minority as everyone around me speaks in a foreign tongue.  I'm hoping to increase my prayer life in terms of gaining some new tongues to pray in. 

Check back in for Day 2

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New York bound tomorrow!

So the hubbie and I are flying out to New York tomorrow (early am) until the 16th of July for him to get training for the Dancing Classroom program.  (For more info about DC go here: http://www.americanballroomtheater.com/ )

We will be staying at the Herald Square Hotel which is right next door to the dance studio where David will receive his training.

I have never been to New York before. David has been 4 times already.  I haven't flown since 2000. Wow.

Well off to continue the endless laundry and packing prepping.

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Fireworks. 4th of July

In case you missed the fireworks here's some for you:)

Fireworks Recap

The end of the fireworks called for an interview with the husband. (plus i am obsessed with my FLIP video)

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"Our model should be the bible-not the culture" -Damon thompson (via twitter)

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Seek ye first

Seek God in secret. Behind closed doors is where history is made.

The realization is setting in with how misaligned my seeking time has become. Somethings gotta change
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