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7 Quick Takes ... September 19th

--- 1 --- I am driving to Pennsylvania today for my grandmother's 90th Birthday Party!  Can't believe I have two people in my close family who have reached 90!  Aunt Hy will actually be 98 on October 7th (same day as Baby Shep turns 1). --- 2 --- As I drive, I'm listening to this book I got free from audible. Seemed like an appropriate time for the 13 hour unabridged version - while I'm in the car AND can practice the principles and information he presents!  I'll share what I learn - am excited to read/listen to after Modern Mrs. Darcy's recommendation a few weeks ago. --- 3 --- Yesterday I went to a Pregnancy Center's fundraiser where Matt Maher  was singing.  I met him one time before actually after a concert at a local CharlotteONE event.  It was fantastic! Now I've seen him again!  What a great night with good friends, amazing music, and a great cause ! --- 4 --- This picture is now my happy place  when wor...

Brooklyn - a Vacation Recap in Photos!

I went to New York to visit my brother and his GF over Labor Day weekend - we had some fun times ... so below is a post of pics in a random/backwards order! The Hammock Grove on Governor's Island Riding a Surrey in the rain ... best Sunday afternoon! The view from the Brooklyn Bridge Park Roller Skating - Just a Typical Friday Night A Moulin Rouge Themed adventure on skates The four of us on the Surrey My brother and I in Central Park A great view of the city flying home A garden rocking horse in Rockefeller Center Who knew the beautiful view from the roof of the MET Saint Patrick's Cathedral - I mistakenly thought that the scaffolding had been taken down... NOPE!  A Panorama from the top of the MET over Central Park  Van Gogh ... love this sky! Central Park!  Beautiful Blue Skies! Nate's 25th Birthday! Prospect Park Zoo - Be a Turtle! What a great visit that included a visit with S...