NYC Visit.

The whole family went to New York on October 6 - 14th. The reason we decided to go was because my lovely mother bought me a car. We only had one car and Gabe would use it to get to work and the kids and I would be stuck at home all day. My mom has been there and understood our circumstances wanted to surprise me and bought me a car. I was truly surprised and beyond grateful. That woman is amazing!

The NY visit turned into a family reunion. Both my brothers came up with their daughters and finances. It was nice seeing everyone, together. We did a little bit of sight seeing and shopping in the city (like a tourist, lol). A big group walking and getting around the city was a task! I missed the NY life. I felt like I was home but its way too expensive to live there. It's good to visit when we can. We were also able to see Gabe's family. They love our kids!

I was happy to spend time with my grandparents as well and I was able to see my little cousins that's not so little anymore. They've grown up so much. Last time I've seen them was 10 years ago. *Sigh...family reunions can be a hit or miss. This time it was amazing.

Gabe was being such charmer. We had a date night in Midtown at this small, intimate restaurant (The Place). And decided to stay at The Lexington Hotel. It was wonderful to squeeze in a date night in our busy week in NY. My sister and brothers were elated to watch the kids for us. It was a win - win outcome.

DATE NIGHT

The Lexington Hotel

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Our view

Grand Central - testing out the "whispering wall"