Tuesday, May 29, 2012
Monday, May 28, 2012
Happy Memorial Day
Thank you to those that have lost their lives serving our country
Cory Hiltz
Thank you to those serving!
Anthony Age
Ryan Torrez
David Clouse
Gavin Hirsch
Gavin Hirsch
Kyle Dorsey
Jarred Wilson
Daniel Head
Jordan Fankhauser
Chris Case
John Brogan
Partick Robbins
Ryan Hoskins
Daniel Botero
Adam Gooden
Britten Lo Monaco
Meg's Brother
Brie's Brother
Brit Butler
Brad Brooks
Thank you to those who have served
Scottie Withall
Aaron Zapata
Robert Ramirez
Gabriel Perez
Ashley Tillung
Doug Carillo
Kyle Trowbridge
Tyler Ceniseroz
Daddy
Grandpa
Saturday, May 26, 2012
Nannying...
-even nannies have cliques
-most nannies are over the age of 35
-they are nice if you are nice
-most conversations revolve around "your" kids and potential playdates (which gurantees a nanny will get to talk to another adult for at least an hour... score!)
-you snack on what the kids snack on
-field trips can backfire... and be more trouble than they're worth
-the rain is sometimes annoying but does not inhibit travel
-the difference between a young nanny and a young mom at the playground is usually a wedding band
-packing for the day is crucial to a good day out
-taking a stroller on the train is hazardous
-the younger the kid, the more freedom you have
- TJ Maxx is apparently nanny central during the day
-playground fun can last for hours (bring a change of clothes)
-other nannies want friends too
TV shows that are best (and least annoying)
- Fresh Beat Band
- Backyardigans
- Yo Gabba Gabba
- Curious George
- Scout
-most nannies are over the age of 35
-they are nice if you are nice
-most conversations revolve around "your" kids and potential playdates (which gurantees a nanny will get to talk to another adult for at least an hour... score!)
-you snack on what the kids snack on
-field trips can backfire... and be more trouble than they're worth
-the rain is sometimes annoying but does not inhibit travel
-the difference between a young nanny and a young mom at the playground is usually a wedding band
-packing for the day is crucial to a good day out
-taking a stroller on the train is hazardous
-the younger the kid, the more freedom you have
- TJ Maxx is apparently nanny central during the day
-playground fun can last for hours (bring a change of clothes)
-other nannies want friends too
TV shows that are best (and least annoying)
- Fresh Beat Band
- Backyardigans
- Yo Gabba Gabba
- Curious George
- Scout
Things I've learned about NYC...
People:
- they're a lot nicer than everyone says (or I'm alot meaner than I think?)
-everyone dresses amazingly
-everyone is in a hurry... they can't even wait for the walk signal
-everyone has a dog (most of them are ugly, and where they run around only God knows(look under apts.*))
-most people use terms of endearment (my barista calls me sweetie, my deli guy calls me sweetheart and bartenders on occasion have called me luv)
-community becomes the people you see everyday (i.e. the doorman, the barista, the deli guy)
-they love to engage in conversation if they see you with a stroller (esp. tourists)
-most speak a different language than English
-most are superheroes in disguise, I have been rescued from taxis and cars that don't stop, and have witnessed others being rescued as well
Men:
-are very straightforward
-are very good looking
-give compliments any where any time
-dress better than most men I've seen in my life
-carry luggage
-if you walk behind them in crowded areas create a path for you
-let you on the subway first (if they're gentlemen)
-hold doors open for a stroller (again, if they're gentlemen)
-they are more often seen taking care of the children than women here (I know where to find my husband)
Jobs I wouldn't do even if it meant staying or leaving:
-window washing (umm have you seen how tall these buildings are?)
-dog walking (excuse me, I have to pick that up? are you serious?)
-food delivery (umm.. on bike? walking? no thanks)
Jobs I envy;
- any job you get to dress up for
-doorman (yes, I know the title alone disqualifies me)
-bartender (I bet I would get killer tips)
TRANSPORTATION
Cars:
-everyone honks (it's like a greeting)
-they have padding on their bummers (to anticipate the tight parking spots, or moments they can't stop in time, dangerous)
-yellow taxis don't stop for pedestrians
-cab drivers usually ignore you
Trains:
- no one talks on the subway, even though you are most of the time sharing a very intimate space
-people don't really smile (unless you smile first, which is sometimes a game I like to play)
-some people listen to their music too loudly
-some people sing... with their headphones in.. out loud
-lots of heartbreaking stories are shared on the subway
-any given day waiting for the train you could hear a band, a lonely violin, a foreign instrument, an acapella group.. etc...
Bikes:
-seem like a death wish
-suck in the rain
-are EVERYWHERE
-I have almost been hit by 2
-I have seen 3 almost be hit by cars
- they're a lot nicer than everyone says (or I'm alot meaner than I think?)
-everyone dresses amazingly
-everyone is in a hurry... they can't even wait for the walk signal
-everyone has a dog (most of them are ugly, and where they run around only God knows(look under apts.*))
-most people use terms of endearment (my barista calls me sweetie, my deli guy calls me sweetheart and bartenders on occasion have called me luv)
-community becomes the people you see everyday (i.e. the doorman, the barista, the deli guy)
-they love to engage in conversation if they see you with a stroller (esp. tourists)
-most speak a different language than English
-most are superheroes in disguise, I have been rescued from taxis and cars that don't stop, and have witnessed others being rescued as well
Men:
-are very straightforward
-are very good looking
-give compliments any where any time
-dress better than most men I've seen in my life
-carry luggage
-if you walk behind them in crowded areas create a path for you
-let you on the subway first (if they're gentlemen)
-hold doors open for a stroller (again, if they're gentlemen)
-they are more often seen taking care of the children than women here (I know where to find my husband)
Jobs I wouldn't do even if it meant staying or leaving:
-window washing (umm have you seen how tall these buildings are?)
-dog walking (excuse me, I have to pick that up? are you serious?)
-food delivery (umm.. on bike? walking? no thanks)
Jobs I envy;
- any job you get to dress up for
-doorman (yes, I know the title alone disqualifies me)
-bartender (I bet I would get killer tips)
TRANSPORTATION
Cars:
-everyone honks (it's like a greeting)
-they have padding on their bummers (to anticipate the tight parking spots, or moments they can't stop in time, dangerous)
-yellow taxis don't stop for pedestrians
-cab drivers usually ignore you
Trains:
- no one talks on the subway, even though you are most of the time sharing a very intimate space
-people don't really smile (unless you smile first, which is sometimes a game I like to play)
-some people listen to their music too loudly
-some people sing... with their headphones in.. out loud
-lots of heartbreaking stories are shared on the subway
-any given day waiting for the train you could hear a band, a lonely violin, a foreign instrument, an acapella group.. etc...
Bikes:
-seem like a death wish
-suck in the rain
-are EVERYWHERE
-I have almost been hit by 2
-I have seen 3 almost be hit by cars
Friday, May 25, 2012
Month in STATS
Hello all,
It's been awhile since I checked in, so here are some stats from my first month in NY...
First, Where I live: the upper west side
(basically home to lots of schools and families) 2 blocks from central park and 2 blocks from Broadway, life is pretty good
Floor we live on: the 4th
# of stairs from the street to our front door: 66
# of roommates: 2
# of trains I take to work: 2
Cups of coffee I drink a day: 2-3
# of elevator trips in a day: 6-8
# of children I take care of: 1 (sometimes 2)
# of nannies phone #s I have acquired: 5
# of playdates we have been on: 3
# of pull ups I change a day 3-5
# of churches I have tried: 4
glasses of wine/sangria I have had since my arrival: 8
# of bars I've been to: 6
# of states I've been to outside of NY: 3 (New Jersey, Maryland and Virginia)
# of drinks bought for me: multiple
# of times I've reminded myself I really live here: a million
# of times that reminder made me smile: a million
# of times I've called home: many
# of text messages sent to people I love and miss: too many to count
# of Westmont people I've hung out with since being here: 6
My thoughts on being here: best decision of my life.
There's the quick update. Look for more soon.
xoxo
josslynn nicole
the girl in gotham city
It's been awhile since I checked in, so here are some stats from my first month in NY...
First, Where I live: the upper west side
(basically home to lots of schools and families) 2 blocks from central park and 2 blocks from Broadway, life is pretty good
Floor we live on: the 4th
# of stairs from the street to our front door: 66
# of roommates: 2
# of trains I take to work: 2
Cups of coffee I drink a day: 2-3
# of elevator trips in a day: 6-8
# of children I take care of: 1 (sometimes 2)
# of nannies phone #s I have acquired: 5
# of playdates we have been on: 3
# of pull ups I change a day 3-5
# of churches I have tried: 4
glasses of wine/sangria I have had since my arrival: 8
# of bars I've been to: 6
# of states I've been to outside of NY: 3 (New Jersey, Maryland and Virginia)
# of drinks bought for me: multiple
# of times I've reminded myself I really live here: a million
# of times that reminder made me smile: a million
# of times I've called home: many
# of text messages sent to people I love and miss: too many to count
# of Westmont people I've hung out with since being here: 6
My thoughts on being here: best decision of my life.
There's the quick update. Look for more soon.
xoxo
josslynn nicole
the girl in gotham city
Monday, May 21, 2012
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