I don’t think I’ve managed to write anything about my time in New York and New Jersey over Christmas and New Years. Any bloggers reading this post should be able to sympathize with me. You know how it goes: work and other obligations demand so much time and the backlog of posts builds and builds with our poor little online labours of love suffering. Anyway, I had a brilliant time. It’s always good to see family and friends back in the States. As much as I love London, I miss living near the ocean on the Jersey Shore – and there’s nothing like New York for a healthy dose of urban buzz!
This time round I found that, despite having lived in New York and New Jersey, there’s still plenty for me to discover. I finally got around to having a drink (or five) at Old Town on East 18th Street in Manhattan. Open since 1892, this gorgeous bar was perfect for catching up with a couple of friends from high school and uni. I’m ashamed to admit I’d never gone before. That go-round certainly won’t be my last.
With the December visit as well as a long weekend jaunt for a Brooklyn wedding in September, my love for New York has only grown stronger. I was especially blown away by the High Line Park during that autumn wedding trip. Not sure when I’ll get the chance, but I feel some more New York holidays are definitely in order!
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