At the end of May I flew up to NYC to visit one of my best friends - Greg. It was a much needed vacation/catch up session! After dropping my stuff off at his apartment, we headed into the city for the afternoon.
There was a crazy squirrel lady at Washington Square Park. I mean she let them climb all over her.
We had a fun time taking goofy pics on the subway.
I won the ticket lottery for Peter and the Starcatcher! I never win anything! I was the second to last name they called, and when I heard my name called I screamed so loud! Lol, no one else reacted like I did, but who cares! I won! And it was an AMAZING show! Greg and I were in the third row on the stage left side! Great seats!
After we won the tickets to Peter and the Starcatcher, we popped down the street to this cute little cafe for brunch. My quiche was so good, but what really took the cake was the hazelnut macaroon the size of my palm! It was so yummy! And of course I got an Americano!
We stopped in a tiny little Japanese restaurant because I had never had bubble tea or mochi before and wanted to try them so bad. I got black tea & milk bubble tea, which was really good, and surprisingly filling! I also tried green tea mochi, which I loved! I was so excited to find out that the Trader Joe's in Virginia Beach carries mochi! It has become my new favorite treat.
Greg and I met up with another one of our friends, Kelli, for brunch at this amazing little cafe! Their brunch special included 2 fills of an alcoholic beverage, unlimited re-fills of coffee, as well as an entrée. I, of course, got a mimosa, my favorite! And for my entrée, eggs benedict, which was Oh So Good!
After brunch, we headed down the street to the nail spa they frequent. I couldn't believe how much you got for the price! Their basic pedicure was $15. For that price you got a nice soak, sugar scrub on your feet and legs, a super scrub down on your heels and balls of your feet, real shea butter massaged into your feet and legs, hot wax on your heels, and of course, your toe nails painted! I got a full manicure and pedicure for less than a basic pedicure costs here in NC! Mind = Blown!
I couldn't leave New York without trying a cupcake from Magnolia Bakery, and macaroons from Laudrée! Greg and I got caramel cupcakes and lemon squares from Magnolia, and chocolate and rose macaroons form Laudrée! They were so good! I mean, melt in your mouth amazing!
Greg and I did so much during my visit, and I dropped the ball on taking photos lol. I was too busy enjoying my time with Greg and living in the Big Apple. Pretty much all my photos are Instagram pics. Oh well.
I had a great time in NYC, right up until one hour before I had to be at the airport. My phone got swiped. So I had a mini panic attack, and then pulled it all together to pick up the cheapest phone to tide me over till I got back to NC. Oh well, life isn't perfect.
Other than that it was a great vacation!
Wow, it's been a while since I've posted. Life has been pretty hectic here lately. If you follow me on twitter then you might have noticed I took a part-time job recently. It's a one-month contract position at the local children's theater. I was brought on as costume manager, which basically, to them, means that I organize all the costumes for the current show, organize volunteers and the kids, as well as keep detailed records of everything. I'm a pretty organized person to begin with, so I took it on. I don't have much experience with backstage work, but I needed a job and this opportunity presented itself. Thank goodness it was only a one month contract though, because I'm dying over here! lol. No really. Today was my last day! woo hoo!
Last week was my husband's birthday! (Happy Birthday honey!) We had some friends come to stay with us for a few days to celebrate. We hung out at the beach one day, went out to eat, and had a TV show marathon. It was really nice to get to see them!
This past weekend, Daniel and I drove to my parents to continue his birthday celebration. We went out to eat, hung out with some friends, and got to just relax on the back porch. The weather was beautiful.
I'm packing and getting ready for New York City!!! I'm flying up on Tuesday and am so excited! I am going to visit one of my best friends for a week and soak up as much of the city as I can. If anyone has any recommendations on place to get coffee, or eat, or shop, that would be great! I've done all the touristy things already, so this trip I am going to try to blend in with the locals! It will be amazing!
Well, hope everyone has a great week!
xoxo
Our last adventure, while on vacation in Michigan, was to The Rust Belt Market. This was the first place we planned on going to when we started planning out trip. I was so excited about it and my new mother-in-law came along with us! It is a fabulous place, and if you're in the area you should definitely check it out!
We snagged some yummy tea from Two for Tea.
There were a few vintage booths set up with so many (high priced) pretty vintage goodies. But the universe shone down upon me, answering my prayer for the perfect pair of oxford shoes. I snagged those beauties, in near perfect condition, for a steal! It made my day!
How fantastic is that bowl made entirely from old keys! It would look beautiful on my kitchen table, but alas, I could not afford the price tag.
After walking around Rust Belt, sampling vegan scones, teas, and overloading myself on vintage and beautiful photography, we walked down the block to see what else was in the area. We stumbled upon a vintage boutique that was packed to the brim with beautiful items that I wish I had more time to look through!
We ended the afternoon with a coffee from Java Hut Cafe. It was a perfect way to end our vacation to Michigan. Daniel and I are already planning out next trip back. I feel so lucky to have family up there to go visit and explore the area with.
xoxo
Here are some more vacation pictures. I love Royal Oak, MI; it's such a cool little place. It is also home to one of my favorite vintage boutiques, Lost and Found Vintage! This place is jam-packed with beautiful vintage finds!
After combing through every rack, looking at all the pretty vintage, Daniel and I walked over to our other favorite place in Royal Oak, UHF, which is a great little record store.
We visited downtown Royal Oak like 3 or 4 times while we were in Michigan! Haha, and I can't wait to go back!
xoxo
