Monthly Archives: June 2011
Yorkshire
A few days ago, Svendlemouse, Star, Mackerel and I got a rental car and also our first taste of Primark (cheap but fun store, great for clothes). I only bought socks though. This car is a smooth drive, but I’m … Continue reading
Wedding 2 and return to London
The day before the wedding was fun. We went to the meadow where a large marquee had been set up and helped with hanging ivy on all the poles. We also found out that Bride 2 had got a surprise … Continue reading
London to Leicester
I was very tired off the plane as I hadn’t slept. Plus next to a teenage boy who took off his shoes (slightly stinky) and another one who seemed not to feel well, and did that thing where he wouldn’t … Continue reading
Goodbye New York
The High Line park is an excellent walk, although it was packed with people. One of the phone companies had sponsored a rainbow play park, and further down the line we saw a whole bunch of people, mostly men, some … Continue reading
Mermaids, Salsa and Central Park
After the flea market (where I bought some brooches), Bride1 and I headed off to Coney Island to see the annual Mermaid Parade. A lot (hundreds) of people dress up in crazy mermaid costumes and form the parade, I think … Continue reading
More Broadway, Lower Manhatton and Back to Brooklyn
As I type this I am sitting at the Brooklyn Flea Market, drinking a tamarind juice and resting my feet as Bride1 wanders about. Once again I am glad I am on a budget, as there are lots of beautiful … Continue reading
Broooadway, Empire State Building and MMarketing
Hmmm, let me recall what I have done in the last few days.. I have seen Pirates of the Caribbean on IMAX in 3D and Hangover 2 (on normal in normal). Pirates was excellent fun, and H2 was equal parts … Continue reading
Puerto Rico Parade day
Today I went for a wander to the NY public library. I had seen on TV that there was a parade today for Puerto Rico on 5th avenue right near the library. So I went to go have a look … Continue reading
Toms and Brooklyn Gardens
In my final days in Indianapolis I went shopping with Bride1 and got some new shoes. They are Toms brand, multi-coloured and say “the journey is the destination” on them. They also donate a pair of shoes to a child … Continue reading
Belize
So, I better get this post for Belize out of the way or it will overwhelm me and I will never do it. In summary I’m really glad I went and it was an excellent holiday. However, it was super … Continue reading