Joe left me to my own devices early this morning. Crazy boy is returning to H-town to put in some heavy miles on the bike before he flies back to the Big Apple. Yes, he is CRA-ZEE!
Today I woke up around 6-ish and decided to get a move on. I left the hotel around 7 and got to Billy and JC's about 7:40. The boys were still in bed, so I dropped off my stuff, picked up Billy's yoga mat and headed to yoga. Erik, one instructor at home, recommended a studio in SOHO, which was about 1.5 miles away. The walk was a good warm up, although I wish it hadn't been raining! I had a great practice, got really hot and sweaty (note to self: bring a towel next time!), was a bit intimidated by all the hard core yogis present but was really glad I went. My goal is to go every morning the rest of this week.
After yogi, I came home, rested a bit, went to Union Square and checked out F21 and DSW. Then I hopped on a subway back uptown to meet JC for lunch. We had Thai at this hole-in-the-wall restaurant (the best kind!) and then headed to the Salvation Army to pick up more stuff for our Halloween costumes (it's a surprise...I will post photos when we dress up!).
I rode back downtown and came home for another rest before heading back to Union Square for more shopping. I really wanted to find some tall black books, which I did at Filene's basement: Kenneth Cole for $80! Then I spent another $60 at F21 on 2 cute jackets. I'm not sure where I am going to pack all of my shopping finds...Joe will probably have to bring an extra bag!
After a quick trip to the grocery store, I am now resting with Marvin while waiting for the boys to come home. We will be going to dinner and working on Halloween costumes!
{Sorry for the lack of photos: I am blogging from Billy's computer as I haven't figured out the wireless connection yet.}
I'm not sure what is going on with my expression, but what really bugged me was the wings growing out of the side of my head! Luckily David had an opening at lunch today and the wings were removed!
He didn't really take that much length off the top, though. Maybe next time I'll go for a complete pixie look!
I helped throw a fun little baby shower for my baby sister today. I think for my lack of sleep I did not take as many photos as I would have liked...I hope sleeping in my own bed for the next week will get me back on track!
Our dear friends, M and D, who have been together over 13 years, broke up last weekend when we were gone (much drama has ensued since then!). I feel really bad because M was the instigator and D still loves M, but I guess these things happen. I have a feeling things are going to get worse before they get better but I still love both of them dearly.
We are enjoying our time in the Big Apple so far. Eating lots of good food, taking in the sights and watching a show (Next to Normal - it was excellent!). Today we stopped by the MOMA and are headed to the new park, Highline. I love this city!
I enjoyed a chai latte while Joe got some regular coffee
. And I ate a breakfast quesadilla
while Joe chowed down on some Italien toast
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(The last photo is of the 2 DJs who used to play at BH!)
Here are some of my favorites.
At least I get my cereal fix!
He was such a sweetheart to me my senior year and helped me work through many issues (mostly involving the boy pictured right!) without even knowing it! Although he may look a little goofy, his glasses a bit thicker than I remember and his voice definitely deeper than I remember, I really really loved seeing him and his sweet wife. Sometimes I feel like I have an unnatural attachment to old friends, but then again, who cares. They are what make life worth it, right?
Then changed and made our way to the homecoming game.
We saw quite a few old friends at the game, even though it was quite chilly outside!
After staying out at the game for far too long we made our way to M Bar, the meeting place for our class. I really enjoyed catching up with everyone, but especially 2 of my favorite boys from our class: 
(even though I see Billy much more than anyone else, I still really miss him! and Eddie has gotten even sweeter and cuter with time!)
Seeing Europe for the first time
Making some dear friends, many of whom I have reconnected through Facebook!
My bffs!
And the first boy who broke my heart, yet is still my bff and who taught me to love unconditionally! I am still most looking forward to hanging out with him and his partner even though we see them every year!
