Never Say Never. Things I thought I would never do but did anyways. Also, this blog isn't for hungry people.

Jessica reminded me that we should do one thing that scares us everyday. Well that certainly happens to me since I am scared of everything. For example. Two weeks ago I wore shoes to church that had a little heel. It was a bad idea since I have never walked this much in my life my feet are constantly throbbing. (The things I do for fashion, right?) On the way I had to take off my shoes (fortunately I had socks in my purse) and walked home really fast hoping not to step on a needle or something.

I also went places by myself on the subway, twice! I felt so proud. I didn't get lost either. A lot has happened in the past two weeks. I took a lot of pictures which is good because I can't remember what I did.

Sidenote, Ben Stiller was filming a movie on our street. Here is a pic I borrowed from another BYU student. I also swear I saw a famous man on the train but I can't remember his name...will update when I figure it out.

We went to Little Italy awhile ago and I took this picture. FYI, Mom you make better food than they can. Still haven't found any italian food as good as yours.

On the official day of our first week in New York we went out to a Korean restaurant. I was a little tentative because I have never had Korean food but it was amazing! I can't pronounce what it was called but it was something like bombini boo boo..HAHAHA

Thursday we went to Phantom of the Opera. I teared up in the opening scene. It was beautiful. If you know me you know I hate musicals (minus Phantom) and it blew my mind. Those people are so talented to be able to since and dance like that so perfectly.

Over the weekend we decided to take the ferry out to Staten Island. We discovered there is nothing actually there. We got some amazing views of the city with the fog over the water. After we explored the food trucks on the pier and celebrated Cinco de Mayo by eating at Chipotle. I also saw a Goodburger restaurant. That made my day. If you happen to remember Keenan and Kel movie.

So really this blog is turning into a food blog of sorts...but I can't help it if most of my adventures in NYC are centered around food..this place is a MECCA of culture, art, and food. In fact, food is art and culture. Charlotte told us about a really good Pho place she found so we decided to go give it a try. Another cultural food experience. We loved it!

I accidentally made mine really hot because I love adding sauce so much..i was pretty much crying at one point but it was GOOOOOD.

This past Thursday we got to go to a New York Yankees game. It was really fun. And they won so that is always a bonus.

Friday Me, Jessica, Gabe and Mike went to Chelsea Market. It was darling there. I loved it. There were some amazing smelling bakeries, cheese stores, and chocolatiers. 

For dessert we went to the divine Juniors bakery...heaven equals Red Velvet Cheesecake. 

Saturday we went to the Bronx Zoo. It was so nice to feel like I wasn't in the city for a day. I love animals so I was in heaven.

 This polar bear shows exactly how I feel at the end of the day :)

After dinner we were set on going to the world famous Dinosaur BBQ. (Okay i don't know if it really is but it should be!) The wait was so long we took a little nap on the Hudson River while we waited.

This photo was one that Gabe took on the roof one night. I thought it looked awesome

These were certainly an eventful past two weeks. I can't remember all the awkward moments I had but there were a lot. One day I was singing to Jessica that song "Im bossy," but told her I changed the words to "Im goofy," and as I started dancing we walked around the corner and there stood a guy that works in our building. He said, "Don't worry, its Friday." When something terribly awkward happens we can't look at each other because we laugh so hard. Another day Jessica almost got owned by a bus (again) and I yelled Oh JESSICA! When it was okay to cross the street I barreled across almost running some lady over. I don't know why but I barrel across the street a lot. I also have developed a new crush. I don't really say anything but stare at him in the elevator. Creepy I know. 

The last word I will leave you with today is

AMERICA.

New York: Do you see what I see? Food and other embarrassing moments.

New York. Its about the culture, the socializing and the food. Seriously. I have never seen so many different kinds of people and so many different restaurants in such a small area. I'm tired and I feel a little scatterbrained so I wanted to write about my weekend before I forget.

Thursday. I wasn't feeling well so I didn't go out.
Friday. Right before Jessica came down to my room before work I barfed on my bedroom floor. Being me I didn't want to miss work so I said I was fine and I'd go anyways. A couple hours into the day I turned green while riding a double bus..on which i happened to pick the worst place to sit. (ask Jessica..so I'm sure that didn't help). A little later we were eating lunch with our boss on the first official full day of work and I ran into the bathroom when she is in there and said "You better get out I'm about to start barfing in here." If anyone could top my first week work experience please let me know. I felt so awful (literally and figuratively) for getting sick but she was so great and understanding. I spent the rest of the night in bed and felt so much better by late Saturday afternoon.

Saturday in the early evening we went to the Met. I WAS SO EXCITED.

 These were my favorite pieces..I am annoyed right now because I don't know how turn them right side up...

 This was a statue of Angel Gabriel. It was so beautiful and peaceful.

 I loved this piece because to me it was one of the more ethereal and lifelike portrayals of Mary and baby Jesus

 We decided if I was a warrior I would have this bunny helmet. So fierce.

 The coats of armor were so cool

 I am like a little kid and this Englishman's armor with the poofy butt made me laugh.

 They had really intricate and cool guns..and bow staffs..

 This was my favorite statue (so far) so graceful

 I am pretty much obsessed with this Tiffany window. Most likely designed by Northrop. It is literally breath taking in person.

If I was a rich person in Old England that would have been my chandelier.

We only stayed for maybe two hours before we got hungry. We thought sushi sounded good so we looked up a reasonable place with good reviews. We ended up at Neo Sushi near the Upper East Side. It wasn't bad at all. I even got an Oyster roll for kicks and giggles. It was REAL good.

 Candid shot of Jess and Gabe

 Me and Patty

Errebody

After dinner we wandered the streets for a bit and then got hungry for dessert so we stopped in a place called Two Red Hens. It reminded me of my mom because it was French Country themed with brick and cute red hens everywhere. It wasn't as good as Molly's Cupcakes but...my red velvet was pretty dang good. (Mom, still not as good as yours though.)

Sunday I got to sleep in. Church was at 1 pm. The ward seems really nice, a good variety of people, though pretty small in numbers. Church in New York is a lot different...We aren't in Kansas anymore. (Metaphorically speaking) 

Monday. I don't remember anything about it except that we ate the BEST BBQ I have ever had (besides my dads). It was called Dinosaur BBQ and Jessica and I happened to see it when we were by the Hudson River doing some work. Of course I forgot my camera but essentially they had everything you could dream of and everything looks and tastes delicious. I had to try a few things (I had to report to my dad on it so of course I couldn't not). I tried fried green tomatoes for the first time. (YUM)  I got the Rib and Texas Beef Brisket plate.  YUM. The brisket had the most amazing BBQ sauce on it and a special twist of pickled jalapenos.  UM AMAZING. I had a realllllly hard time picking two sides so I decided to get something I normally don't order. I had these amazing little round potatoes (not red) in a butter, garlic and herb sauce, and the baked beans had pulled pork and jalapeños in them. HEAVEN. The mac and cheese looked amazing. I tried someones sweet potato it was out of this world. Needless to say we will be back...A LOT. We then went to this awesome market called Fairway. It had every kind of fruit, multiple varieties, cheeses, seafood. Everything. And it all looked fresh and delicious. Ill be back there too.

Tonight we went to get gelato at a place called Art-o-polis. It was really good. Minus the fact that I killed a cockroach on the patio. Anyways. FYI I am not wearing make-up in these photos and my hair is slicked back..eh.

 I wouldn't be a diet coke monster unless I tried the good stuff in a cute mini glass bottle. I got pistachio and mango. mmmm.

 Patty looking so eager.

 Example of my photogenicness. This really cracked me up so i had to put it up.

Cheers!

I am really missing these two....Love you!

I don't know if you can believe it but I can't believe it that we've already been here for a week. New York time is an odd thing..It goes so fast yet feels like its been forever.