Black Friday

So when I went into work on Friday (yes I had to work, no time to take off yet) there weren't many people out and about shopping but come lunch time this is what it looked like. Needless to say I am glad I packed my lunch.

Only in NY. Shoppers on one side of Macy's and protesters on the other.

Happy Turkey Day!

So I woke up at 5:30 am and headed to the city to watch the Macy's Thanksgiving parade. I got to Herald Square a little after 7:00 and the people were already lined up. I literally took me 5 min to walk up the subway stairs because the people were so packed in. So I decided to head North to Time Square. Not as many people this way so I was the 3rd row back from the street. Good spot though because mostly kids where in front of me so I had clear view of the parade. I had downloaded Sex and the City on my IPOD so I watched that while waiting for the parade to start. It was definitely colder and more windy than the weather man said. After 5 hours in the cold I couldn't feel any part of my body but I am glad I had the experience.

I never cheered so loud for Georgia Tech. It was nice to have a little reminder of home.

It is hard to actually realize how huge the balloons are until you see them in person. The red and white sign goes up to the 5th floor of that building.

And here comes Santa Clause, and yes he scored a perfect 10. I think the people in the building behind me were the most entertaining of all with their score cards.

The New Pad

I am finally settled for the most part. Still working on some big artwork to go above the couch, but other than that this is it. Sorry but the kitchen and bathroom are so small I couldn't get really good overall pictures.

I gotta be me

So how do you know I am not from the north? Besides the fact that I walk to the train with two scarves, a hat, coat and gloves on. I am the only one on the train every morning in my hot pink coat. Just me in a wave of grey and black. Seriously I need a little flava in my life everything can't be black and grey like these people insist on wearing up here.

I got on the wrong train on Wednesday. Don't ask I just wasn't paying attention. Usually every other train is mine but for some reason two World Trade Center trains came in a row. I was too busy in my own world and didn't check the sign. So needless to say I didn't realize I was on the wrong train until the next stop. Oh well I was able to figure my way back though. There might be some hope for me after all. Even after all that I was only 10 minutes late to work.

I broke down and bought and IPOD touch. It was a good investment seeing I use it every time I walk, but better yet I can play connect four on the train and look like I am really checking email on my like everyone else. They don't need to know, shoot!

Snow Flurries

There were a few and I do mean a few snow flurries on my walk to the train this morning. It is a very cold walk and I can only imagine how cold it will be in a few months. Lord help me!

Me and my cart

So me and my cart went the long hike to the grocery store. Didn't realize how rough I looked, oh well it was raining and ya'll all know my hair and rain don't mix. It is about a 1.5 mile round trip to the grocery store so I bought me a cart to help. I know, most of you really wanted me to rock the metal granny cart, but this one seemed better all around. Especially since it spent its first trip in a slight drizzle. Besides it has three wheels so it goes up on the curbs real nice. Next time though I need to use the bag on the cart as my judger. I bought a little too much stuff and still had to carry a few things but all in all the cart was a big help. Don't get me wrong it is still a pain in the ass but hopefully with the cart I can make a once a week trip.

I spent all weekend officially getting the apartment together so I will post some pics soon. I still need to get some new artwork but it might be a while for that. A girl is going broke buying all this crap I need for up north.

Amazon on the train and grits in the office

So I wore my low heal boots to work today. Yes I can actually walk in them so no need to change from my tennis shoes. Well the one day I am the amazon chic on the train all the tall people are in the back and short people in the front. I mean seriously the ladies next to me where not much taller than the luggage they were carrying. And then on top of it they had the nerve to stare at me then look up front. Like I was out of place. Dang who am I Rosa Parks do I need to go to the back of the train with the rest of the tall people. Just a little thought I knew everyone would appreciate.

Grits...yes people up here do eat them, not many but a few do . The new guy at work told me today how he actually had shrimp and grits this past weekend in Myrtle Beach. Gotta love South Cacalak for bringing him to his roots. And PS those who do eat grits, eat them with butter and salt; so Michelle the sugar is a up state NY thang or just another excuse for you to make something extra healthy!

Catching Up

So I know it has been forever since I have posted anything so here are a few little diddy's that have happened.

New apartment is going good. I am still unpacking so I will post pics once all is done. It is about a 5-10 minute longer commute than from my temporary apartment, but not too bad. It is a good wake up in the morning too to have to walk the few extra blocks in the cold. The grocery store is a little bit farther than I had thought so I ordered one of those grandma grocery carts. Ya'll know me though I'll rock it! Besides you know my fat ass ain't trying to walk all the way to the grocery store everyday! Plus I am too cheap to eat out everyday. Which by the way got lunch the other day for the cheap price of $10. Watch out now.


Fire at work. So they are doing construction work on our building and one of the construction workers threw his cigarette on a cable. Yeah I know genius right, well damn if it didn't catch on fire. So we had a small fire on the 5th floor and everyone had to exit the building. Where do we exit to but the sidewalk right in front. Thank God the building wasn't burning down. Makes you really wonder who comes up with the fire safety rules. But the best thing was seeing all the hot firemen come to our rescue :)

I went to GA this past weekend for Kelli's wedding. I had a blast and miss everyone already, but I sure did enjoy wearing a t-shirt and jeans. Back to the coldness.

Suck it GA Fans

So I know this is a little late, but I have had a lot going on this weekend. They are moving in my furniture as I type this. I will have pictures up once everything is all in and I get settled.

49-10 GO GATORS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Man I wish I still lived in GA just to talk SHIT!