Sunday, December 8, 2019
Rockefeller Center & The Elgin
All I wanted to do was see the tree. I got so much more than that. It was awesome. So it’s crazy busy in this area. Be on guard. A lot of tourist. Both of our phones die. I said let’s just go to a spot. Charge up and warm up.
We walk into The Elgin. This place was picture perfect. I walk in front and take it all in. It’s magical. Beautiful. White lights. So pretty. The hostess was amazing. She charged my phone and helped us find seats at the bar. We order a spiked cider and Irish coffee. We order dessert and hung out. This spot really made it feel like the holidays for me. The whole New York experience really made me feel so amazing that I have friends who want to experience it and want to go next week.
We didn’t spend too much. We got a drink or water at all the places we stopped in. We split apps. We walked a lot and only did Uber rides when we had to. We were budget cautious yet enjoyed it all. Regardless I walked away with a happy heart. That’s priceless. I would do it all over again. It was a picture perfect day.
Beauty & Essex
My pictures don’t do justice at all. This place is amazing! The store front is a Pawn Shop. A friend told me about it. You walk in back door and it leads you to an amazing, gorgeous restaurant. Everyone was super dressed it. Beautiful people all around you. Crystal chandeliers. I would go back for dinner.
Are You In The Holiday Spirit?
Over the years it took me time to get back into it. I then remembered some of my best times was when I embraced the holiday season. I made it a goal this year. I know the holidays brings up painful memories and sadness but it also can add some magic. So I am not saying get over pain because I too have pain. I am saying life is short. You have to love where you are at in life. Who you’re with in life. What’s around you.
The holidays can be magical even if you’re not a couple or dating or single. Even if you’re doing it solo or not with the person you thought you would be with. It’s actually easier at times and you can be a bit selfish. You do what you want. But in reality the kids light up with joy and everywhere you turn there is a festive activity to go to or do.
It can be magical because it really gives us hope. I hope it gives you hope too and know that even if you don’t know it you are loved. Someone out there is loving you from a distance too.
Freeman’s Alley and Freeman’s Down The Alley
I will not lie. If I didn’t have this area recommended by someone I would not even think to walk down it. He warned me. He said you will love it. It’s right up your “alley” it’s full of graffiti but it’s safe. Trust me make it to the end of the alley.
He was so right. I LOVED it. There’s a hotel to the right and all the way at the end is Freeman’s restaurant where we ate dinner. A hidden gem.
It was so cool. We walked down and my girlfriend said I want for us to go get our palm read. I said let’s go just then someone was opening a steal garage door and we run laughing. I think that’s a sign we shouldn’t we said and instead enjoyed the view.
The restaurant was so cozy. We of course became friends with the host and the waitress. They filled us in the history of the restaurant. It used to be a horse police stable. Then someone bought it and then turned it into a restaurant. The restaurant is not artsy inside at all. It reminded me of the game Clue. Dark. Dim lights. Very old fashioned. Cozy and smelled amazing. But different than the Alley.
*image from website
We ordered artichoke dip and file mignon for dinner. Was perfect.
Restaurant: https://www.freemansrestaurant.com/
Union Square Holiday Market
We met some people at Molly’s. They asked where we were heading to next we said some holiday markets. They said go to Union Square...so we did.
At first it’s like a huge farmers market. You are sampling whiskey and wine and popcorn and all this stuff. Then you turn around and see a winter holiday village of cute vendors selling everything. It was amazing! The holiday smell was in the air. We laughed so much sampling stuff and checking out vendors. Everyone was so entertained by us.
There was so much hot cider that we could have done a taste test.
We picked up some Christmas gifts and took it all in.
You have to check it out if you go to New York. It’s taking place until December 24th
Loreley on Rivington New York
We were early for dinner so spot this beer garden. We walk in and it’s a winter wonderland. Spiked egg nog. Spiked hog chocolate. Spice apple cider. They have huge beer mugs.
It was so festive and fun.
After dinner we walk around the corner and spot another bar with frosted windows and decorations all inside. Vazacs Horseshoe Bar.
It’s such a cool area to be in and what’s better than being festive on a Saturday night?!
Molly’s Irish Pub On 3rd Ave
We wanted to check out Rolf’s on 3rd ave. I said to my girlfriend I have a feeling it will be packed so let’s have a back up plan incase. Right before we approach Rolf’s restaurant I see this awesome pub. That’s our backup I say. We see a long line at Rolf’s and turn around go in to Molly’s.
We walk in and look at eachother and say omg this is amazing! There are Christmas lights hanging everywhere.
It’s unbelievable. We have a line ahead of us and I ask the hostess how long for two. She’s says one minute. Comes back and is like here I have a table for you now.
It was perfect!
We order burgers and French onion soups and salads. There are lights everywhere. The waitresses have cute Irish accents. The staff is so friendly. We were so happy that our “backup” plan totally outdid our original plan.
I would totally go back. 3rd ave has a ton of cute Irish Pubs. Would be a great spot to hang around and bar hop for St. Paddy’s day!
Let’s Go to NYC
I have been wanting to go. See the tree. Check out lights. Holiday markets and bars and just walk around. I did it this past weekend and it was amazing!
My girlfriend is always down to try new places with me. So when I said I want to go to NYC she said let’s go.
It was the perfect weather for NY. I knew we would have a good day because we started off fulfilling our purpose. See we all have that “being at right place at right time.” Let me explain....As we entered the train and looked for seats I saw a young girl about 14 look worried. As a mom I stopped to watch her. I turn and see the train doors close and her mom is outside running towards the train and misses it. I go up to her and ask if she’s ok. She said they were meeting friends in New York to feed the homeless. I said ok let’s get you a seat and we will help get you to where you had to be. She had her mom’s purse and cell. Her mom called from station phone and said meet her friends and she will come on next train.
You’re good my friend said. No I am a mom. Just doing what a mom would do. I knew our good deed meant one thing...an awesome day and night for us.
We started off at an Irish pub that was covered in Christmas lights. Then we met people who told us to go to Union Square Holiday Market where we sampled food and liquor and awesome vendors. After was Rockefeller Center which is a holiday “must stop place.” Loved seeing the tree. We went to a local restaurant and it was beautiful and festive like a movie scene We then went to Freeman Alley which was amazing. A friend told me to go and we loved it. We found a bar in area that was decked out for Christmas. Awesome Christmas drink specials. We then went to a hidden restaurant that has a pawn shop store front that a friend told me to go to. In the back leads to this amazing restaurant. Was gorgeous. After we checked out more local Bars and holiday decorated pubs before heading home.
Amazing. Fun. Lots of laughs. A ton of memories made.
Someone said be careful I said no worries we’re city girls today.
When was the last time you hopped on a train and went into New York? When was the last time you helped someone? What do you do to get in the holiday spirit?
This is your life. Do what makes your soul and whole being happy!
Saturday, December 7, 2019
Who Cares...Just Do It
I had to join a gym. It was time. I missed it. I now love it. I put my hair in a braid. Leggings and a black shirt. Sometimes a hoodie until I sweat to death. I am a hot mess. It’s awesome.
Today a beautiful girl comes to work out next to me. Her hair is perfect. Her makeup is professionally done. She’s matching leggings with her sleeveless tank top.
At first I am like damn I look awful next to this one but then I say who the hell cares. I am suppose to look like a hot mess at the gym.
Get my point people. Who cares. You’re making an effort to better you. Not impress anyone at all. Impress yourself.
I left with my hair down to air out my sweaty mess. I am red like a tomato and I felt amazing. Hot mess and all.
You do the same for yourself. No one else.
It’s A New Day...
You can bring into the day pain in your heart and it’s ok. Just keep shining and know it’s a new day. ❤️
What To Do With Your Kids This Weekend?
I love looking up local events especially around the holidays. Not sure what to do this weekend? Check out this awesome guide.
It’s That Time Of Year...Oh Jax
It’s our third year we got together around the holidays since she moved. We end up eating too much. Laughing too much. Even shed some tears. She always visits this time of year and we make a point to get together. Usually order in and my sister hosts. We have some apps and just hang out and talk for hours. Normally it’s me on the couch by the end of the night taking a power nap before I leave.
We have been friends since 1998. Those are the best friendships. You watch eachother grow. Help eachother through pain. Prime years for partying and becoming an adult. College roommates. We travel together every summer. It’s to add to our memory bank. To add to our stories and belly laughs.
Lasting friendships. Where you know when they call you would drop what you’re doing for them. Those are the best friendships. Where it doesn’t matter how time passes. You just know they are in your heart and life for a reason. It’s now family status. No longer friends. Family. Where you know they will be in your life forever and you’re grateful for that.
What a great life when you have so many amazing people in it. Who helped shaped you. Added to your journey. Are a part of your heart. Cherish those friendships and people.
You Need To Grow...Break The Same Cycle
When I saw this it hit me... I have been moving in circles on and off this year. Even though I have made awesome memories. A ton of progress in my life. Check marks off my bucket list. Still in my heart and head there is a disconnect. A same situation. A same outcome. Holding on when you know deep down it’s been the same ride for the last eight months. Same outcome.
When do we learn? When do we allow repeated messages and words and emotions to stop. When do we say I will break this cycle. I will not move in circles anymore. I can’t grow that way. I must break through old habits, stop repeating behaviors in order to grow. If you keep doing the same things you will keep getting the same results. People don’t change. People don’t want to change. You have to change.
Repeat after me:
I must break patterns. No more living my life emotionally in circles. What’s meant for me will
be but if I keep holding on nothing will change. If I don’t change how can I ever fully be or get what I really need. Today I choose to break cycles. No more living by my heart. I will use my brain. I will process and not let emotions change how I feel. I will know life is in my control. I need to love me. I need more and can’t get it living in repeated behaviors.
Real True Connections
I always joke next marriage will be for money but it’s not true. I don’t believe that’s the path to happiness. Depend on yourself. Believe in love. Believe there is someone out there who needs you as much as you need them...not for money but for soul purposes. Life’s adventures. Experiencing new places and cultures and food and music. Someone who you bring out the best in them and they bring out the best in you.
Isn’t that what companions are meant to do?
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