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What a great day in NY!! Now of course I want to add the zoo to my museum/WOD trip with my boys in the spring.
I LOVE LOVE Enchanted and usually rewind to watch the "How Do You Know" song twice.
What a great "theme" you had going all day...and talk about some tasty food. Yummm, it all sounded awesome. And I would have also gotten sucked into the bag. But, it is a great bag!!
What a great trip to the city and WOD... Looks like you will have to go back for some more tea lol
I thought about making Rob take me down there for my birthday but after I told him that tea was the main reason he said he would order it for me from Walt Disney World mailorder!
We are going to the Bronx Zoo for my birthday instead!
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First off I love the table number cards. They are so perfect and I love the theming, they are beautiful.
As for advice, I have to follow suit with Kenny, always appreciate each day for the great importance that it is, you don't know if you will have another one and for that reason never hide what you are feeling, say what is on your mind, and never let the day go without saying how much you love each other, even if it is just a silent look between you.
Next off...what a great day in the city. You hit so many great places and it sounds like it was just so much fun, looks like you had good weather too. Mel, if you want the tea let me know, I work like 8 blocks from there so I can always run over and grab you some.
Thank you so much! And great advice!
I am going to PM you about the WOD and the tea! lol!
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Great updates, Melissa! Sounds like you experienced 2 wonderful day trips to NYC! the flowers and the table cards! Looking forward to more
Thanks for coming by! NYC was tons of fun!
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What a great day in New York! You've brought back some fond memories, particularly with the photos of Central Park.
Thanks! This school year I am getting to see so many parts of NYC I never had before! I can't believe how lucky Ive been-- and I have two school trips to the city planned for this Spring! should be fun!
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What a great time in the city!!
Thanks!
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But you've said it much better than I, Meg!
Enjoyed the day in the city Mel!
Thanks!
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What a great day in NY!! Now of course I want to add the zoo to my museum/WOD trip with my boys in the spring.
I LOVE LOVE Enchanted and usually rewind to watch the "How Do You Know" song twice.
What a great "theme" you had going all day...and talk about some tasty food. Yummm, it all sounded awesome. And I would have also gotten sucked into the bag. But, it is a great bag!!
Okay let me just say that I am just like that with Enchanted! I looooove that song! I have it on my phone! lol!
Not to throw a wrench in the works but the zoo is in the south-eastern corner of the park so you exit right out onto 5th avenue-- just a few short blocks away from WOD so if you were walking from the museum to WOD its totally on the way! it was soooooo worth the $10 admission!
Aww... thanks for the compliments and well wishes! Sorry to hear about the divorce. Robs family went through something similar with his father leaving and its only now that he realizes what his mother did for him and appreciates her. Moms really are superheros sometimes!
Aww! Thanks!
You're trip in NYC was so awesome! Looks like you & you're friend had a great time! All your planning makes me want to get married! Hmm, I need a prince 1st!
Great update Melissa! I love that you had an Alice day! I just can't wait for the new movie to come out!
As for wedding advice. I'm not married, but my parents have been married for 35 years and I secretly believe that their secret is red wine. It fixes everything. As for relationship advice. Two things are really important. Communicating your feelings and HUGS!!
Okay let me just say that I am just like that with Enchanted! I looooove that song! I have it on my phone! lol!
Not to throw a wrench in the works but the zoo is in the south-eastern corner of the park so you exit right out onto 5th avenue-- just a few short blocks away from WOD so if you were walking from the museum to WOD its totally on the way! it was soooooo worth the $10 admission!
Oh, Good!! Now...how far of a walk is it from the museum to the zoo? We could start there, then hit the zoo then WOD and pic up some souveniers on our way home. (if that's doable)
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Oh, Good!! Now...how far of a walk is it from the museum to the zoo? We could start there, then hit the zoo then WOD and pic up some souveniers on our way home. (if that's doable)
The museum is on Central Park West and like 78th... you would have to head into the park and walk across (about 3 long blocks) then down to like 65th to hit the zoo... but if you have a park map out you can stop like at the carousel and stuff. that would be like the equivalent of a half mile. then you will be exiting the park on the East side which is right on 5th Avenue... and like 59th so youd only have a few blocks to get to WOD. Heres a central park map: museum of natural history, nyc - Google Maps
The museum is on Central Park West and like 78th... you would have to head into the park and walk across (about 3 long blocks) then down to like 65th to hit the zoo... but if you have a park map out you can stop like at the carousel and stuff. that would be like the equivalent of a half mile. then you will be exiting the park on the East side which is right on 5th Avenue... and like 59th so youd only have a few blocks to get to WOD. Heres a central park map: museum of natural history, nyc - Google Maps
You're the Best!! Thanks for the map...but, I think maybe it would just be easier if we just hired you as our "City Guide" for the day.
Wow, Mel, I those table cards. Such a great idea! And glad you liked Mary Poppins. That's one I need to see. Love your day trip into the city. Looks like you had lots of fun.
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OKay so i'm sooooo behind But, i do have a few comments!
First, I love those table cards....but i'm a sucker for old movie stars and music and moon river MUST be played at the wedding..its the best
Second, I am so glad you guys had such a good time at Mary Poppins! I always love it when my mother and i can do stuff together like that. I have only seen The lion King and i will have to say I cried...it was amazing!! I've never seen anything like it and it was soooo worth it!!
Third, I'm not married so i dont have much wisdom to impart *LOL* but i love Kenny's advice! AND I want to say that dont get lost in the plans of the wedding...enjoy the moment and dont let it get you all anxious because i've been in many weddings where the bride was a b***h and it was all because she was so worried about everything going right. JUST remember to breathe!! it will all be fine. As a counselor another piece of advice is ...never go to bed angry....and TALK...communicate....and be on the same page with finances.... weird advice but its what i see people separate for in counseling!
So, now that brings me to your wedding plans! WOW...i need you an amanda to fly in whenever i get engaged because i had no idea so MUCH went into planning a wedding! You are doing such a great job and i cannooooot believe its nearly here!!
I the earrings you bought for your bridesmaids! Too cute
Okay, so the day in New York was amazing!!! It sounds like you had such a good time and i the alice theme (well i'm a little partial ) That cafe was super cute and i cannot believe that you went to Carrie's house from Sex and the city!!!!!!!!!! I am so jealous and so excited that you were standing right there!!! Such an awesome thing!
And dont worry i'm a sucker for bags from disney...i have a closet full of bags that people always talk me into buying
The tea is the best, i would agree! I hope you find someone to bring you some back!
Okay so i'm all caught up!! woooo hoooo.....
You make me want to take a trip to NYC this summer....there is so much to always to there compared to here!!
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