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Wednesday, June 25, 2008
Tuesday, June 24, 2008
Day 3: "Shea"m on us...
A good effort, but we didn't get any 'Rally Fries'.
Shea Stadium with the Mets' New Stadium in the background.
The Transaction: My Wall Street hot dog.
Walking Across the Brooklyn Bridge. (Brooklyn in the distance)
Me NOT buying anything at Tiffany's. Sorry Beth.
"You're Fired!"
The Statue of Liberty... well... sort of.
Part of the hole at 'Ground Zero'
Just another muggy day in the Big Apple. We got off to an early start today and headed over to the subway stattion by Columbia University. We grabbed some Starbucks for the 1/2 hour Subway ride south to Manhattan and were on our way. (Yes, we tried the Dunkin' Donuts coffee like the locals drink, but... nasty)
First we went to Ground Zero where we experienced the largest hole in the ground I think I've ever seen. There wasn't much to see at Ground Zero, but what was the most amazing to me, was to see this completely vacant block in the middle of the financial district in Downtown Manhattan. Crazy. I was never in New York while the Twin Towers were standing, so I didn't have anything to compare it to, but the expanse of nothing was striking enough. And here we are almost 7 years later and they're still clearing it out. Wow.
Then we hoofed ourselves to Battery Park (the southern tip of Manhattan Island) where we could see the Lady in the Water (no, not M. Night Shamalan's movie) But our dear friend the Statue of Liberty. I didn't realize how far away she was from land. We couldn't see much. But in the distance, there she stood. That was cool.
Then it was off to the Brooklyn Bridge by foot where we walked across the Brooklyn Bridge for the sake of walking the bridge and being able to take in the NYC Skyline on the way back. Wow! It's huge! Along the way to the bridge I naturally had to get a hot dog from a corner vendor on Wall Street. Some trade stocks on Wall Street. I trade my health for experience. And, it was quite and experience!
Finally we made it back to a Subway and took it up to Central Park. After a nice lunch at Mickey Mantle's Restaurant (it is a baseball trip, remember) we strolled through the southern part of Central Park and then mosied back over to Park Ave, Madison Ave, and 5th Ave. We even saw Shaun Alexander walking down 5th Ave. What's he doing in NYC anyway? Do you think he's going to sign with the Giants or the Jets? Hmm... Or perhaps I'm just starting rumors. Lastly Rockefellar Center.
To cap off the day, we took the 7 train under the water and over to Queens, where Shea Stadium and the Mets call home. The Mets were playing the Mariners, so we dressed the opposition in a New York sports event. We saw our pitcher, Felix Hernandez, hit a grand slam on his first at bat of the season. Dave caught an Adrian Beltre foul ball. And the Mariners marched on to victory over the Mets. It was good night! A couple of long subway rides later, we were back in our cozy little hotel back in Jersey where we got little to no sleep as we had to get out first thing for the plane ride home.
And that's our trip to New York! We LOVED it!
Shea Stadium with the Mets' New Stadium in the background.
The Transaction: My Wall Street hot dog.
Walking Across the Brooklyn Bridge. (Brooklyn in the distance)
Me NOT buying anything at Tiffany's. Sorry Beth.
"You're Fired!"
The Statue of Liberty... well... sort of.
Part of the hole at 'Ground Zero'
Just another muggy day in the Big Apple. We got off to an early start today and headed over to the subway stattion by Columbia University. We grabbed some Starbucks for the 1/2 hour Subway ride south to Manhattan and were on our way. (Yes, we tried the Dunkin' Donuts coffee like the locals drink, but... nasty)
First we went to Ground Zero where we experienced the largest hole in the ground I think I've ever seen. There wasn't much to see at Ground Zero, but what was the most amazing to me, was to see this completely vacant block in the middle of the financial district in Downtown Manhattan. Crazy. I was never in New York while the Twin Towers were standing, so I didn't have anything to compare it to, but the expanse of nothing was striking enough. And here we are almost 7 years later and they're still clearing it out. Wow.
Then we hoofed ourselves to Battery Park (the southern tip of Manhattan Island) where we could see the Lady in the Water (no, not M. Night Shamalan's movie) But our dear friend the Statue of Liberty. I didn't realize how far away she was from land. We couldn't see much. But in the distance, there she stood. That was cool.
Then it was off to the Brooklyn Bridge by foot where we walked across the Brooklyn Bridge for the sake of walking the bridge and being able to take in the NYC Skyline on the way back. Wow! It's huge! Along the way to the bridge I naturally had to get a hot dog from a corner vendor on Wall Street. Some trade stocks on Wall Street. I trade my health for experience. And, it was quite and experience!
Finally we made it back to a Subway and took it up to Central Park. After a nice lunch at Mickey Mantle's Restaurant (it is a baseball trip, remember) we strolled through the southern part of Central Park and then mosied back over to Park Ave, Madison Ave, and 5th Ave. We even saw Shaun Alexander walking down 5th Ave. What's he doing in NYC anyway? Do you think he's going to sign with the Giants or the Jets? Hmm... Or perhaps I'm just starting rumors. Lastly Rockefellar Center.
To cap off the day, we took the 7 train under the water and over to Queens, where Shea Stadium and the Mets call home. The Mets were playing the Mariners, so we dressed the opposition in a New York sports event. We saw our pitcher, Felix Hernandez, hit a grand slam on his first at bat of the season. Dave caught an Adrian Beltre foul ball. And the Mariners marched on to victory over the Mets. It was good night! A couple of long subway rides later, we were back in our cozy little hotel back in Jersey where we got little to no sleep as we had to get out first thing for the plane ride home.
And that's our trip to New York! We LOVED it!
Sunday, June 22, 2008
Day 2: The 'Bums'
The OLD/Current Yankee Stadium, which opened in 1923.
The NEW Yankee Stadium opening up for next year's team to play!
The Subway to Yankee Stadium
During the hour-long rain delay, we made friends with the guys behind us. But only Dave got to share a blanket. :) Great meeting you guys!
Tim and I in Times Squqre
Dave, myself and Mario Lopez... Mario ain't got nothin' on us.
We started our day a little later today and went on our way to the Bronx to watch a game in the beloved and historic Yankee Stadium. The whole purpose of our trip was for today. So see a game in The House that Ruth Built before they tear it down and move across the street to the House the Steinbrenners Built. :)
We were a little bothered that our seat were only 6 rows from the top of the upper deck. But at 2:15pm when the massive rain storm moved in, accompanied by an excess of lightning and thunder, we had on of only a few rows in the entire stadium that never got wet. The game was delayed for about an hour. We stayed dry. :)
To set foot in a place that has that much history is only a little surreal. Looking at home plate and thinking, "Mickey Mantle hit from right there" or "Today (echo: today today)... I consider myself (echo: self self self).. the luckiest man (echo: man man man)... on the face of this earth! -Lou Gehrig as he annoused his retirement.
But that speech happened right there. 26 World Championships. It was pretty incredible. Of course after having to walk through those concourses, I can see why they want a new stadium.
Following the game we headed south to the Little Italy part of Manhattan Island and we went to Lombardi's Pizzeria. Supposedly, this is THE FIRST pizza place in the U.S. Another Mecca for us! It was fantastic!
Then off to Times Square where we were amazed at the number of people walking around and all of the lights, played games like pop-a-shot at the ESPNZone restaurant, then we went to a Cuban Jazz concert in a quaint little dinner/show typed place. It was pretty amazing music.Then the journey back to Jersey where we're staying.
What a day... Pretty much amazing!
Tomorrow: the Brooklyn Bridge, Ground Zero, and less we forget our evening date with the Seattle Mariners playing the New York Mets at Shea Stadium in Queens. I hope you all watch the game because we're going to attempt to have the "Rally Fries" delivered to us!
Beth, I miss you and the boys. I can't wait til we come back here together (without the boys though...) This trip is fantastic so far, and we even got a little culture with our jazz concert. Who knew?
The NEW Yankee Stadium opening up for next year's team to play!
The Subway to Yankee Stadium
During the hour-long rain delay, we made friends with the guys behind us. But only Dave got to share a blanket. :) Great meeting you guys!
Tim and I in Times Squqre
Dave, myself and Mario Lopez... Mario ain't got nothin' on us.
We started our day a little later today and went on our way to the Bronx to watch a game in the beloved and historic Yankee Stadium. The whole purpose of our trip was for today. So see a game in The House that Ruth Built before they tear it down and move across the street to the House the Steinbrenners Built. :)
We were a little bothered that our seat were only 6 rows from the top of the upper deck. But at 2:15pm when the massive rain storm moved in, accompanied by an excess of lightning and thunder, we had on of only a few rows in the entire stadium that never got wet. The game was delayed for about an hour. We stayed dry. :)
To set foot in a place that has that much history is only a little surreal. Looking at home plate and thinking, "Mickey Mantle hit from right there" or "Today (echo: today today)... I consider myself (echo: self self self).. the luckiest man (echo: man man man)... on the face of this earth! -Lou Gehrig as he annoused his retirement.
But that speech happened right there. 26 World Championships. It was pretty incredible. Of course after having to walk through those concourses, I can see why they want a new stadium.
Following the game we headed south to the Little Italy part of Manhattan Island and we went to Lombardi's Pizzeria. Supposedly, this is THE FIRST pizza place in the U.S. Another Mecca for us! It was fantastic!
Then off to Times Square where we were amazed at the number of people walking around and all of the lights, played games like pop-a-shot at the ESPNZone restaurant, then we went to a Cuban Jazz concert in a quaint little dinner/show typed place. It was pretty amazing music.Then the journey back to Jersey where we're staying.
What a day... Pretty much amazing!
Tomorrow: the Brooklyn Bridge, Ground Zero, and less we forget our evening date with the Seattle Mariners playing the New York Mets at Shea Stadium in Queens. I hope you all watch the game because we're going to attempt to have the "Rally Fries" delivered to us!
Beth, I miss you and the boys. I can't wait til we come back here together (without the boys though...) This trip is fantastic so far, and we even got a little culture with our jazz concert. Who knew?
Here at home
a post by beth
Here at home, it's been more of same: lots of "pay toys" (playing), "eat datars" (snacks), and "happy to you" (goodnight lullabies).
Our exciting news is that Joshie went on his first boat ride. Should I not disclose that it took Nathan an hour to stop shaking in fright?
Here at home, it's been more of same: lots of "pay toys" (playing), "eat datars" (snacks), and "happy to you" (goodnight lullabies).
Our exciting news is that Joshie went on his first boat ride. Should I not disclose that it took Nathan an hour to stop shaking in fright?
Saturday, June 21, 2008
Day 1: Mecca
FINALLY!!!
Just us boys... Me, Dave, Tim & Andy
Sure Babe, you can have my autograph.
Doubleday Field... Does it get any prettier than that?
Me and Willie Mays. I knew we'd meet somday.
(Aaron)
29 years, 4 months, and 20 days. That's how long it took me to get to Mecca.
I saw the first sign to Cooperstown after 3 hours of driving today, and I don't remember being that giddy in a long time. I'd never been so excited to exit a freeway. Through the beautiful hills and trees of upstate New York (Mid-state maybe?) A little oasis sits nestled between hills, trees, and lakes... but we know it better as Cooperstown.
A town that basically exists for the greatest game on the planet. The town that the game of baseball was 'invented' in. So you might say, the town that changed the world. If Abner Doubleday really did invent baseball in Cooperstown, then without this little town, our American lives wouldn't be the same. It's the root of it all. Hot dogs, ballparks, little league, fathers and sons playing catch, whiffle ball home run derbies as a kid, tournaments with Canadian teams, peanuts and crackerjacks, rally fries, the World Series... none of it would have existed without Abner Doubleday and his vision in Cooperstown, NY.
We parked the car right next to Doubleday Field, walked through the town and all the baseball shops, the sacred Baseball Hall of Fame and all its history. Lou Gehrig, Mickey Mantle, Babe Ruth, Willie Mays, Satchel Paige, Ty Cobb... all in one place. Amazing. Monumental. Captivating. Inspiring. Breath-taking.
It was a 3 1/2 hour drive from New York City. We pulled in around 11:30am and stayed until about 6:30pm. What a beautiful place! It's a place that dreams are made. A place where history is realized. A place where past meets present and the future lingers just in front of you. And walking through all of it, today, was me, Dave, Andy, & Tim. Four guys. No agenda. Just baseball. Just the game that has shaped our lives.
I could go home today and be happy. But since I'm here... Tomorrow... Yankee Stadium!
Just us boys... Me, Dave, Tim & Andy
Sure Babe, you can have my autograph.
Doubleday Field... Does it get any prettier than that?
Me and Willie Mays. I knew we'd meet somday.
(Aaron)
29 years, 4 months, and 20 days. That's how long it took me to get to Mecca.
I saw the first sign to Cooperstown after 3 hours of driving today, and I don't remember being that giddy in a long time. I'd never been so excited to exit a freeway. Through the beautiful hills and trees of upstate New York (Mid-state maybe?) A little oasis sits nestled between hills, trees, and lakes... but we know it better as Cooperstown.
A town that basically exists for the greatest game on the planet. The town that the game of baseball was 'invented' in. So you might say, the town that changed the world. If Abner Doubleday really did invent baseball in Cooperstown, then without this little town, our American lives wouldn't be the same. It's the root of it all. Hot dogs, ballparks, little league, fathers and sons playing catch, whiffle ball home run derbies as a kid, tournaments with Canadian teams, peanuts and crackerjacks, rally fries, the World Series... none of it would have existed without Abner Doubleday and his vision in Cooperstown, NY.
We parked the car right next to Doubleday Field, walked through the town and all the baseball shops, the sacred Baseball Hall of Fame and all its history. Lou Gehrig, Mickey Mantle, Babe Ruth, Willie Mays, Satchel Paige, Ty Cobb... all in one place. Amazing. Monumental. Captivating. Inspiring. Breath-taking.
It was a 3 1/2 hour drive from New York City. We pulled in around 11:30am and stayed until about 6:30pm. What a beautiful place! It's a place that dreams are made. A place where history is realized. A place where past meets present and the future lingers just in front of you. And walking through all of it, today, was me, Dave, Andy, & Tim. Four guys. No agenda. Just baseball. Just the game that has shaped our lives.
I could go home today and be happy. But since I'm here... Tomorrow... Yankee Stadium!
Tuesday, June 10, 2008
Look Alikes
I couldn't have captured better photos if I tried!
I think I'll be one of those moms who dresses their children alike. . . watch out.
I think I'll be one of those moms who dresses their children alike. . . watch out.
Saturday, June 7, 2008
Dubai's Next Mega-Structure
Dubai's Current Under-Taking
Dubai's Next Under-Taking with Architectural Engineer Prodigy, Nathan
A Dramatic Look Upward
Nathan is pretty sure that he is destined to design the world's next tallest building. As a true artist he is impressed with his every decision on where to put the next piece. Each perfect placement is accompanied by, "Oh, right there." Simply brilliant.
Dubai's Next Under-Taking with Architectural Engineer Prodigy, Nathan
A Dramatic Look Upward
Nathan is pretty sure that he is destined to design the world's next tallest building. As a true artist he is impressed with his every decision on where to put the next piece. Each perfect placement is accompanied by, "Oh, right there." Simply brilliant.
Friday, June 6, 2008
Does this count?
I am teased that I expect too much from my babies.
Sleeping through the night to me is not a 6 hour stretch of sleep (like the books say), it is at least an 8-10 hour stretch (long enough for ME to sleep through the night).
"Walking" does not count as taking a few steps unaccompanied, but when the child walks as the primary form of transportation. (Thus, Nathan "walked" (took steps) at 10 months, but really started "walkING" (stopped crawling) at 12 months).
And Smiling doesn't mean involuntary muscle movement, but true joy at mommy's presence.
FINALLY!
Sleeping through the night to me is not a 6 hour stretch of sleep (like the books say), it is at least an 8-10 hour stretch (long enough for ME to sleep through the night).
"Walking" does not count as taking a few steps unaccompanied, but when the child walks as the primary form of transportation. (Thus, Nathan "walked" (took steps) at 10 months, but really started "walkING" (stopped crawling) at 12 months).
And Smiling doesn't mean involuntary muscle movement, but true joy at mommy's presence.
FINALLY!
Really?
Nathan was wandering in my bathroom this morning with a few trucks in hand (never without them these days), when he giggled and said "hi beff." Really? To which I answered, "you're 2 and I'm mommy." Really?
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