A week ago today, at exactly this moment, I was touching down at my local airport from a glorious trip to NYC, my home-away-from-home.
As part of my birthday present, my family gifted to me the following certificate, to be redeemed at a time of my choosing:
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Well, with October being among my top picks as far as months go and with the full blessing of my generous family, I booked my flight and headed north for five solitary days of rest and exploration.
Sharing a few of the over three hundred (grin!) pictures I took:
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Window seats are the only way to fly.
The sky was just glorious on the flight up. |
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The very thoughtful & super delicious meal
that awaited me upon arrival!
Countless "thank yous" to my very dear hostess! |
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A friend and I headed north of the City on Sunday
to explore the quaint and beautiful town of Cold Spring, NY. |
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Our supper upon arrival from a day of exploring.
Enjoyed "couch side" & as incredible
of a meal as the evening before. |
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I so enjoyed all the autumn
decorations dotted throughout the City. |
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Roof top and balcony gardens delight even those
knocking about the city streets. |
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| Gorgeous gazebo in full "bloom" in Central Park. |
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| A "friend" stops to say, "Hello!" |
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| Love the greenery of Park Avenue! |
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Our selection of the evening; a mini-trip to Italy.
Top notch atmosphere; top notch food! |
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Early one morning, I arose & made my way to Coney Island.
It was so quiet and peaceful.
Post card perfect! |
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| Gorgeous serenity. |
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| Lovely cafe for lunch |
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The Brooklyn Bridge,
as viewed from the Manhattan Bridge. |
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| More autumn beauty. |
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Time to head home!
Great respite... and to be sure, I'll be back!
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