Bryant Park Ice Skating Rink is open for skaters. I stopped by for a quick look on Halloween as I was trying to get home during my 2 and half hour commute.
Sunday, November 2, 2008
Free Ice Skating
Bryant Park Ice Skating Rink is open for skaters. I stopped by for a quick look on Halloween as I was trying to get home during my 2 and half hour commute.
NY Marathon
This morning, Seth and I got up and headed down an avenue to cheer on the marathon runners as they passed. We were down there for about 2 hours and had a blast. Seth was completely getting into cheering as runners passed. People near us were getting a kick out of his yelling... :)
Not the best picture of her, but here's Paula Radcliffe as she passed us around the 7 mile marker. She won the marathon with a time of 2 hours 23 minutes 56 seconds. When I got home I looked her up on the internet. I thought I'd seen her somewhere... like the Olympics!
There were so many characters along the race. Check out the guy with wig.
Mile 7 - our hangout spot during the Marathon.
To the left is a hippie and in front is a guy decked out with American pride.
The race was filled with people from all over the world. There were many runners from Italy, like these ones, wearing colorful tights!
Even Uncle Sam showed up for the run.
Seth will probably have a sore voice box after all his yelling. He definitely enjoyed himself and many runners seemed to enjoy the cheering. We especially enjoyed when their names were on their shirts so we could specifically cheer for them.
Not sure how easy it is to run with a lighthouse on your head, but this runner took the challenge.
Hotdog Head.
The street was packed with runners. They just kept coming and coming!
Albert and the Schoolmarm
Halloween in the city was fun this year, despite my extreme exhaustion from a week of working. After meeting up with friends, we headed to the Halloween Parade in Greenwich Village... but never quite saw the parade (too many people). The sidewalks full of people were entertaining, though. We saw so many different costumes.
Albert Einstein and the Schoolmarm
Picture of the Night, as dubbed by our "cop" friend. Like the gut?
A part of our group while we were waiting for the subway. Mario was great - he even had a tail!
What an interesting ride on the subway. There were so many characters. My favorite was the peacock with the real peacock feathers. She was at the far end of the car, so she didn't make the picture.
I loved this one! Our friend dressed up like a McCain fan! :)
Hey, look! Einstein has his own poster!
Ghosts were roaming the streets. We saw Sarah Palin, both Presidential Candidates, Past Presidents.
Albert Einstein and the Schoolmarm
Picture of the Night, as dubbed by our "cop" friend. Like the gut?
A part of our group while we were waiting for the subway. Mario was great - he even had a tail!
What an interesting ride on the subway. There were so many characters. My favorite was the peacock with the real peacock feathers. She was at the far end of the car, so she didn't make the picture.
I loved this one! Our friend dressed up like a McCain fan! :)
Hey, look! Einstein has his own poster!
Ghosts were roaming the streets. We saw Sarah Palin, both Presidential Candidates, Past Presidents.
Saturday, November 1, 2008
Spooky Trail Mix
During our afternoon Halloween Celebration my students made a wonderful trail mix. I've been snacking on the extra trail mix all weekend! It was a perfect combination of treats!
Friday, October 31, 2008
Thursday, October 30, 2008
Wednesday, October 29, 2008
Four Months
Seth and I sealed our love with a kiss 4 months ago Monday. I find myself looking back over our wedding pictures often. The day was the most amazing day, and I wish I could go back and make it last longer!
Tuesday, October 28, 2008
Missing Elmo
Last year, I was very fortunate to have an Elmo and projector in my classroom. It enhanced my teaching and student learning, and I wasn't sure how I'd do without it once I left and headed for the big city. I was hopeful for the possibility of technology - I mean, if small town Kansas has Elmos, what does the big city have? I knew I probably wouldn't be so lucky, but I can dream, right?
When I arrived for the first day of orientation at my school, the principals were trying to figure out how to use this thing called the Elmo... New, exciting, and very cool... for them. I was annoyed that they didn't know how to just use the thing that became a part of my everyday last year. I was afraid of what this school was lacking in technology... I was also hopeful. Since they made it look so hard, people might not ask to borrow it. This would leave it open for me. Today. I Pounced on it. Ms. B has fallen in love, and the Elmo is locked in our closet for another day. We are hoping to get to the point that we keep it until someone else comes and gets it from us. Otherwise, it just sits in the principal's closet not being used. My school loves their technology. Mostly, they love their technology as a display. The idea of technology in the classroom doesn't quite make any sense. Gotta love NY teaching.
Wish I just owned my own Elmo and Projector. Why does the cost of technology have to be too much for this teacher's pocket? I need to find a grant... in my "free" time.
When I arrived for the first day of orientation at my school, the principals were trying to figure out how to use this thing called the Elmo... New, exciting, and very cool... for them. I was annoyed that they didn't know how to just use the thing that became a part of my everyday last year. I was afraid of what this school was lacking in technology... I was also hopeful. Since they made it look so hard, people might not ask to borrow it. This would leave it open for me. Today. I Pounced on it. Ms. B has fallen in love, and the Elmo is locked in our closet for another day. We are hoping to get to the point that we keep it until someone else comes and gets it from us. Otherwise, it just sits in the principal's closet not being used. My school loves their technology. Mostly, they love their technology as a display. The idea of technology in the classroom doesn't quite make any sense. Gotta love NY teaching.
Wish I just owned my own Elmo and Projector. Why does the cost of technology have to be too much for this teacher's pocket? I need to find a grant... in my "free" time.
Monday, October 27, 2008
Sunday, October 26, 2008
Farmer's Market
Today is a beautiful Fall Sunday. Seth and I headed out to do a few errands (buy more ink at Staples, collect up our Laundry from the Drop-Off Laundry place, and get an ice coffee from the cafe down the street). On the way to Staples, the Farmer's Market pulled us in. Usually I head later in the afternoon, close to their closing. It was a busy place, and the tables were heaping with fruits and vegetables.
We were especially pulled towards the carrots. They were bright orange and huge. We didn't buy any. I'm not sure what we would have done with a whole bundle of carrots, but we did get some apples (love being able to sample them before picking which ones we want), zucchinis, and sweet potatoes (which I've been craving and looking for at the store for weeks). We also stopped and sampled some wine from a winery North of the City in the Hudson River Valley. Of course, we walked away with a bottle of wine to enjoy throughout our evenings this next week.
The carrots were vibrant and large, a rabbit's heaven.
Farmer's Market and Fall colors. I truly Love Fall in the City. Next weekend, we are going to try to make it to Central Park to see the fall colors.
We were especially pulled towards the carrots. They were bright orange and huge. We didn't buy any. I'm not sure what we would have done with a whole bundle of carrots, but we did get some apples (love being able to sample them before picking which ones we want), zucchinis, and sweet potatoes (which I've been craving and looking for at the store for weeks). We also stopped and sampled some wine from a winery North of the City in the Hudson River Valley. Of course, we walked away with a bottle of wine to enjoy throughout our evenings this next week.
The carrots were vibrant and large, a rabbit's heaven.
Farmer's Market and Fall colors. I truly Love Fall in the City. Next weekend, we are going to try to make it to Central Park to see the fall colors.
The Patriot
Friday night, Seth and I headed back into the city for the evening. A friend from high school was in town for a graphic design conference and was able to squeeze a quick drink in with us before he headed to a show with the rest of his K-State group. The company was great, even though the bar was too loud and too expensive. S and I are officially not huge fans of the bars in the City. We'd much rather find a relaxing bar in Brooklyn with a place to sit, relax, and carry on a conversation (and Big Game Hunter is a plus for the boy).
After walking my friend to meet up with his group, we headed to Chambers St. to a bar called The Patriot to meet my teaching friend, Stephanie. The bar was completely different than we expected. The first thing we noticed was Johnny Cash being Blasted over the bar noise. It's the first "country" bar I've been in the city, yet the only things that were really similar to any of the country bars I've been to back in Kansas were the music and the beer. The dancing was different, the bartenders were different (I'd have to say the one's at The Patriot probably have more fun!), the crowd's clothing was different (No tight "hick" pants).
We stayed for a while, enjoyed a couple drinks, and I personally enjoyed a little country music, something I haven't really heard for months!
Life is much more enjoyable for Stephanie this weekend. She finally moved into an apartment earlier this week and has been able to sleep in her own bed for the first time in months. I cannot even imagine how she's been holding up, dealing with the (horrible) work environment of teaching in the City and not having a place to relax and call home.
Sometimes I wish I could go to work and "party". The bartenders here were dancing on the bars and taking shots throughout the night. They really looked like they were having a good time! A song by Elvis came on and this bartender was on the bar dancing with her Elvis mask! I felt almost like I was in Coyote Ugly.
Shots all around. I haven't taken a shot from a bar in a while. This one was delicious and on the house!
After walking my friend to meet up with his group, we headed to Chambers St. to a bar called The Patriot to meet my teaching friend, Stephanie. The bar was completely different than we expected. The first thing we noticed was Johnny Cash being Blasted over the bar noise. It's the first "country" bar I've been in the city, yet the only things that were really similar to any of the country bars I've been to back in Kansas were the music and the beer. The dancing was different, the bartenders were different (I'd have to say the one's at The Patriot probably have more fun!), the crowd's clothing was different (No tight "hick" pants).
We stayed for a while, enjoyed a couple drinks, and I personally enjoyed a little country music, something I haven't really heard for months!
Life is much more enjoyable for Stephanie this weekend. She finally moved into an apartment earlier this week and has been able to sleep in her own bed for the first time in months. I cannot even imagine how she's been holding up, dealing with the (horrible) work environment of teaching in the City and not having a place to relax and call home.
Sometimes I wish I could go to work and "party". The bartenders here were dancing on the bars and taking shots throughout the night. They really looked like they were having a good time! A song by Elvis came on and this bartender was on the bar dancing with her Elvis mask! I felt almost like I was in Coyote Ugly.
Shots all around. I haven't taken a shot from a bar in a while. This one was delicious and on the house!
Saturday, October 25, 2008
Sleepy Hollow
Last weekend, Seth and I headed North of the City with Jackie, Ethan, and Phoenix to enjoy the fall in Tarrytown/Sleepy Hollow. The ride North was wonderful. The train followed the Hudson River and the colors in the trees were brilliant. It reminded me of the location of Wine Festival in Missouri Seth and I went to a couple years ago with some of his family. The day was perfect, and the towns made me miss the world outside of New York City.
The Sleepy Hollow Cemetery.
Much of our time was spent near the water. Everyone crossed over the little stream (except me... My balance didn't feel quite up to the event!). It was quite an event getting back, though. Seth jumped over the small waterfall, and Phoenix was passed over another smaller waterfall.
Phoenix and Uncle Seth.
I love Fall colors.
Phoenix climbed throughout these trees. Then he enjoyed a game of knocking Baby Brother (the monster in the upper left corner) out of the tree.
The Sleepy Hollow Cemetery.
Much of our time was spent near the water. Everyone crossed over the little stream (except me... My balance didn't feel quite up to the event!). It was quite an event getting back, though. Seth jumped over the small waterfall, and Phoenix was passed over another smaller waterfall.
Phoenix and Uncle Seth.
I love Fall colors.
Phoenix climbed throughout these trees. Then he enjoyed a game of knocking Baby Brother (the monster in the upper left corner) out of the tree.
Friday, October 24, 2008
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