NYC :: Day 04

The last day. We met Leif + Mel for bagels before parting ways. We were lucky to be on the same flight to NYC, but they were on an earlier one going back. Brian and I made our way to Central Park and picked up some citibikes to use. Such a fun way to get around the park! We were among pedicabs and horse-drawn carriages -- something that will be banned in the coming years -- and so many people. Other areas were super quiet. We had a blast. After we dropped off our bikes, we decided to hit the Metropolitan Museum of Art. We've been to many other museums, but this was our first time there! We were blown away. The full time exhibits were incredible. We also saw the Krasner Pollock exhibit and Costume Art. Both amazing. Afterwards we walked back towards the hotel, grabbing a deli sandwich and before heading to the airport. What a perfect weekend. It's definitely not going to take decade before I get back again. I love NY. 

NYC :: Day 03

Sunday, what a day! After our late night, we all rallied and made it to Chinatown for an early dim sum brunch at Golden Unicorn, where we met up with Hudson and his friend Sebastian! How fun is that? They went to school together, were flying together, and happened to have a layover in Newark at the same time we were there. Hudson’s job takes him all over the place, and when things like this align, it’s just incredible. We only had a couple of hours together, but I’ll take it! The dim sum was delicious, and it was so much fun catching up.

After brunch, we all parted ways. Penny and Chris were heading home, while Mel and Leif had a full family day planned with Emma, Toby, and Madison. We tried to squeeze in a trip to Little Italy before the boys had to leave to catch their flight, but we got a little turned around. Instead, we grabbed a coffee and wandered around for a bit before saying our goodbyes.

Brian and I decided to spend the afternoon exploring more of the city on foot. We finally made it to Little Italy, then wandered through NoHo, SoHo, the West Village, and the East Village before making our way all the way back to the hotel! After a little rest, it was time to head back out. We took the subway to the High Line, which is such a different experience at night! I love seeing how the atmosphere changes after dark. We couldn’t decide where to go for dinner, so we ended up back at our favorite sushi spot for sushi and oysters. Afterward, we walked back toward Grand Central and ended with a nightcap at The Campbell.

It was such a fun, full day. We also hit a new record for steps in a day for both of us — 30,000! 

NYC :: Day 02

One of the things we were all excited to do, especially during the peak Autumn season, was walk the High Line. It really is pretty incredible. We headed over to the Chelsea Market, and started with sushi. Absolutely delicious. We all had different things we wanted to see and do so split up. Brian and I did a tour of the market, and had bites of fish taco, hot dog, bone broth, and a tahini sundae. Afterwards, we walked back to the hotel, through a street market that was blocks long. That night, we made our way to Brooklyn, and had a great dinner at Palo Santo before heading over to Spoke the Hub, where we got to see a performance Emma choreographed called Playlist. It was a 1-hour long performance, and she did such an incredible job. The dancing was beautiful. Emma is beautiful to watch, and the other performers really embraced her style and had fun. All of them were saying how wonderful she was to work with. To be there for this was very special. After the performance, we made our way to the after party, then grabbed a slice of pizza before calling it a night. We (I) may not be able to hang like we used to, but we did pretty well, if I do say so myself.