It comes with many mixed emotions that we are leaving NY after years of being Manhattanites. We will miss the franetic pace of the city with all its energy. No more late nights on subway cars with break dancing teenagers and aspiring comics. We are leaving behind not only a great city, but some of our dearest friends. On the other hand, we probably won't see snow for a long long time (and that's not such a bad thing).
As we are both "foodies," one of the things we'll miss the most are our favorite eateries. We managed to hit the majority of these restaurants before we left and will always have fond memories of the meals eaten and company shared at these places.
On Friday, August 29th, the movers showed up on time and got to work quickly. We packed up and went to Westchester, NY to spend some time with our good friends Dana and David. For the past week we've been relaxing and unwinding from the busy lives we just left behind before leaving on our whirlwind trip.
We got to visit our favorite pick-your-own farm in NY, Barton Orchard. Check out the link for more information:http://www.bartonorchards.com/index.htm
We spent time picking tomatoes, kirby cucumbers, jalapeno and habanero peppers, as well as eggplants and squashes. They have a fantastic store where they sell baked and jarred goods. We recommend the slow-roasted garlic salsa and the chocolate chip cookies.Yesterday (Thursday) we went to the park in Hastings and had a photo moment with Dana and the kids.
After recharging our batteries, we are getting ready to take off tomorrow from JFK to Chicago O'Hare, provided tropical storm Hanna does not cause too much havoc. We'll have one night in Chicago before flying to Seattle.
12 comments:
What a surprise! Good luck on your journey. I look forward to hearing about it!
Judy Goldberg
Sharon, Thank you for the great job presenting Games at APA. I'll be presenting it at Fordham in NYC in 2 weeks... Just missed the opportunity to invite you to co-present... but you'll be there in photos if not in person. Have a great trip... Enjoy... Keep in touch. I'll be following your blog and hope to see you and meet Marc in San Francisco some time next year.
Sharon and Mark,
We miss you already! Love the blog. Thank you so much for the gift. You guys are very very very sweet. Have a safe time traveling. We will follow you around the world...jealous...living vicariously through you. Don't drink the water, don't eat the fruit, do HAVE a fabulous time.
Love,
Dani & Silvia
Hi kids,
Wow! The journey has begun. Thank you again for allowing me to experience your home and life in NYC. The experience will always be with me and some of my fondest memories. Enjoy the ride! Gary.
Hi kids,
Wow! The journey has begun. Thank you again for allowing me to experience your home and life in NYC. The experience will always be with me and some of my fondest memories. Enjoy the ride! Gary.
Marc and Sharon,
Do you need a place to stay in Chicago? We'd be more than happy to have you if it's not too late! I think this is amazing that you are off on this journey of a lifetime, HAVE FUN!!!!
Love,
Sunshine and Scott Kapp
how awesome you have a blog as well. i will be sure to look at it from time to time. are you swinging my south america at all?
stay safe and if u come here, let me know! talk to u soon!!
safe travels
talia
I hope that the two of your have the time of your life!! I am looking forward to checking out your blog and photos along the way. Kinda neat that I can follow you along on your travels without leaving California!
See you on the West Coast next year!
Hugs,
Moll
Marc and Sharon,
I so wish I was going on this journey with you (not that you would want me tagging along) but I would if I could. So glad you guys are sharing your experience with us and can't wait to read all about it. Looking forward to seeing you in SD in a few weeks!!!!
Love ya "cuz's",
Nancy
Hi Sharon and Marc
Finally I got to read your story, and was very impressed with the linguistic skills. Very nicely put.
Still missing details about Chicago and the rest.
Daddy spoke to Morty and we understand that tomorrow you'll meet them.
Pleasw write emails from time to time.
Have a great time
Love
Your mother Edna
Hi Sharon & Marc,
We received your emails that you were in Hanoi for several days.
Sure that you found the city fascinating. Somehow, memories of the Vietnam War still come to mind.
The country must be so different now, 35 years later or so. Can't wait to read about your experiences there. Couldn't get to phone you in Hanoi, with the 11 hour time difference from LA.
We are looking forward to hearing from you soon. We are doing well.
Tonite is Yom Kippur and will be going to services, as well as tomorrow. Shanah Tovah...Happy New Year to you both...wishing you good health and happiness for the coming year.
Much love, Mom & Howard
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