Start Spreading the news, I’m leaving today….
Note: I’ve re-posted this blog - had a problem saving the blog as a draft yesterday so I just posted it for the meantime to keep from losing the whole thing (hence the rather abrupt end to it prior to today’s post). This is the better, gramatically correct version:
I’ve been playing this song on my ipod for days now trying to build my anticipation (although it’s not like I need any help in that department anyway):
"Start spreading the news, I’m leaving today (not today, but on 30 January which is close enough).
I wanna be a part of it, New York, New York.
These vagabond shoes, are longing to stray
Right through the very heart of it, New York, New York…
I want to wake up in the city that never sleeps…"
Oh boy, I’m SOOOOOO excited!!!! I will finally get to see the Big Apple. It’s been my lifelong dream to experience the big city, to walk on times square, to see the set of Sex and the City, and experience all things New York (except getting robbed, of course).
During my travels, there were places that met my high expectations, or even exceeded them, but then there were also places where the travel was good, but the anticipation bubble was too big for what I had experienced.
Would New York exceed my expectations or would it be one of those places that you say "Yeah, it was good but just ok…"?
I don’t know about you , but I have never heard anyone describe a trip to New York as "OK". So I’m keeping my hopes really high because I’m sure that if there were a city that would not disappoint, it would be NYC.
After NYC, I’m flying out to San Jose to be met by my Ninang for the first time in 7 years. Other places on the itinerary are LA, Las Vegas, San Francisco and Texas.
I must admit that in spite of all my moaning for Auckland, I really do love to travel!
This may be my last post from Toronto - and most likely the next one will be from the City of Sails (AUCKLAND!!!). Sure, I’m excited about coming home too, but for now, its all about my first bite off The Big Apple - no dental floss required.
January 24th, 2007 at 8:53 am
NYC is great! It’s my favorite city next to Manila. I’m sure you’ll have a good time. Make sure to catch a broadway show, eat a nice dinner (steak would be good). Walk in Central Park, visit 5th Ave. Basically soak up the city. So far my 1 1/2 mos. in NY was the best time of my life. So I’m sure it will be great for you.
January 26th, 2007 at 4:41 am
Hello Pegz. Kumusta?
I’m sure you’ll enjoy New York. I did! I was just there 2 weeks ago and it was awesome even though it was a bit cold. It would have been cool if you, me and Eddie met up there. We’ll I probably see you soon here in Auckland. Enjoy the trip.
January 27th, 2007 at 4:37 pm
have a safe trip! PEGAH!! Are you serious? Are you sure? Ok! ok! MEXICAN CAFE HERE WE COME!
January 27th, 2007 at 4:38 pm
have a safe trip! PEGAH!! Are you serious? Are you sure? Ok! ok! MEXICAN CAFE HERE WE COME!
January 27th, 2007 at 4:38 pm
Hey Pegs, let us knwo when your scomign back and i try to see if i can meet ya at the airport.