Monday, December 15, 2014

The Big Apple

17. Go on a family trip to NYC.

My family hasn't taken a trip together in years.  Something always comes up that prevents at least one of us to stay home.  This year, however, we were all able to visit New York City for four days.  We were joined by my aunt, uncle, and cousin and we all had a blast.



When we arrived to the city Thursday night we visited Times Square and Rockefeller Center.  We always do our best to visit the tree at Rockefeller Center every night.  It's a beautiful tree.


After walking around for a bit, we took a carriage ride through Central Park.  The best part about the ride is the blanket they give you to keep warm.  The cold weather was a bit different than the "cold" Tucson winter I typically experience.


We spent our Friday morning inside Macy's.  I had no idea stores could be so big.  There were nine stories full of merchandise in that store.  Nine!  


Later that afternoon, I was finally able to do something that I've wanted to do for awhile: go to the top of the Empire State Building!  My brother and I made it to the 86th floor and enjoyed seeing the amazing views. 



 My Saturday morning was spent touring the 9/11 Memorial Museum.  If you are ever in Manhattan you definitely have to check it out.  It is very moving to see the artifacts and to re-live that day.


You can't go to NYC and not see a show.  On Saturday night, we saw "Beautiful", which is the story of Carole King.  It was a wonderful show!  I really enjoyed it.

Getting all dressed up for the theater.

My brother and I flew home at 6:30am on Sunday.  I really enjoyed my family trip and hope that we will be able to have another great family trip sometime in the future.

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