New York, New York

      So over break Matt and I went to New York City. He had never been and it is one of my favorite cities to visit. With that being said we only had five hours and spending the whole time shopping wasn't his idea of seeing the city. So I turned from college student to travel agent real quick and found a few things a boy would like to see in the city. 


1. Statue of Liberty 

We stayed in Battery Park and just walked around. It was a clear day so we had a decent view of the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. Being my mother's daughter I had a guide book out and being read aloud, usually we would have taken a tour but with only five hours we had other things to do. 

2. Ground Zero 

I have visited the site a few other times but it had been awhile. The site was under construction so we really didn't see anything although the cooper memorial and the memorial museum was incredible. It was really touching and full of items from the tragic day. The fire station was next door which was a big deal for Matt who has a childhood dream of being a firemen. I would recommend this stop to anyone who is old enough to understand the importance of the awful day.  

 3. NYFD Museum

With Matt's childhood dream of being a firemen I did a little research and found the New York City Fire Department museum. It was new to me so finding it was a slight adventure. He loved it, his face light up right when we walked in. The museum was filled with different so much, I went in knowing nothing and came out feeling very educated in the world of fire fighting. It was really cool and not very crowded so a good break from all the craziness. 

4. Time Square

We only had 30 minutes before catching the bus so we took a taxi up to Time Square to just say he saw it.  Just for giggles we went to the Toys R Us, which is really cool because it has a ferris wheel inside of it. The taxi ride nearly made Matt car sick, they really should make a video game based off of it. Anyway This is our first picture together which is kind of special. 

The day was over all a success, although next time we'll see a broadway show!