Get excited. I finally have a lot to blog about. Also, let's hope you have some time on your hands because I did a lot in the past two days!
Dara, a friend from high school and fellow Town Crier staff member (high school newspaper, ask us how much time we spent on that darn thing....... so.many.hours.) came into town on Tuesday, but I wasn't able to meet up with her until about 2 p.m. because I had the last ASME luncheon of the summer. The session was titled "Art of the Job Search" and we met with the executive director of talent at Hearst magazines. I don't think we've ever had so many questions for one person. From how long a resume should be, to if we should write handwritten thank you note or send e-mails, to what should we do our senior year to stay in contact with everyone we've met this summer. I think it was one of my favorite luncheons, and I learned SO much. The speaker... his name is Eliot by the way... was realistic with us, which is much appreciated. No beating around the bush. But he was also hopeful, which was such a relief. He told us yeah, you're still young, go travel for a little bit before you settle into a job. Told us we could work for a regional magazine and then transition to a national mag in NY. Basically, he informed us that we have lot more options than we thought we had. I think I can speak for all of us when I say that we left that luncheon feeling a lot less stressed about this whole job search thing. Most people say, oh you can't get a job in journalism, never mind national magazines, but that's totally not true. Yeah it's difficult, but not impossible. Not a question of if, but rather a question of when. And I'm OK with that.
Well, back to the fun things: Dara and I met up, I showed her my office (she was impressed haha) and then we headed to the Met where we met up with Caroline. Plan was to see Alexander McQueen exhibit, and even though the lines was an hour long... we decided to wait. Even though I've seen the exhibit before, and a second time isn't all that different, I'm still so impressed with McQueen's fashion and skill. Now, if only I could get to London to see Kate Middleton's McQueen wedding dress on display in Buckingham Palace.
But wait. I did see it, on Kate herself, on her wedding day. Win!
Here's a photo of Dara and I outside the museum.
And then came upon this glorious sight... Brooklyn Bridge and Manhattan:
Dara and I. Can you see the stormy clouds? Those would come into play a little later...
As it got darker outside... this is such a pretty photo I think. Love my new camera!
And another beautiful photo. Can't get enough of this view.
And then it rained cats and dogs, literally came out of nowhere. Everyone, including the photography class who had all their nice cameras out taking photos, started running for cover. After hiding next to a building, we moved on to a random apartment lobby and stood in there with two older ladies and a girl about my age. I heard them speaking Spanish and so I asked where they were from... too chicken to ask in Spanish though. They said Spain. Ugh. Of course. Europe. I asked where in Spain, one was from Madrid, the other from Sevilla. Even worse, I miss Spain. But this is one of those instances when I love NYC. When am I going to encounter people from Spain in Milwaukee, or Shrewsbury for the matter? Never. But New York, I've heard so many different languages in just this past week. Love it.
Dara and I went back to my place and.. dried off.. then headed to the movie theater in the hopes of well, seeing a movie. But of course, because the movie was rated R, they decided to CARD US! And Dara's ID was back at my apartment with security since she was checked in with me, sooooo they didn't let us in! Crazy. All we wanted to do was see a movie. We walked back to my place, tail between my legs, but $13 richer and the realization that oh wait, we're actually really tired and want to sleep. But first I showed Dara some of my Europe photos, like the Venice photos. Why? Lucky girl is studying in Venice next spring. Grrr.....
I guess I had my chance. Better to have loved and lost than never to have loved at all. Rheanna my roommate told me that. Makes sense. But still.
Today (Wednesday) Dara and I ventured to SoHo to find a Nars store. Nars is a makeup company, and supposedly they were giving out free regular sized samples of this shimmer/illuminating product. I love free things! Especially free things that are usually $30. We found the store, got our free samples, signed up for more deals, and tried some nail polish. I currently have four nails painted four different colors.
Here's a photo of some cute apartment in SoHo...
Then we made it to Chelsea Market where we grabbed a small lunch...
and afterward went over to the High Line for a sunburn. Well no, but that's what happened. Just a little on my shoulders. I love the High Line! I need to go more often. Next time, with sunscreen.
An apartment building next to the High Line...
And then, we started walking (with much anticipation) toward Shake Shack, a place I've been wanting to go for two months! Known for their yummy shakes and burgers, and hour-long lines, Shake Shack is the place to be. But we planned to go around 3 or 4, so we'd beat the lunch and dinner lines. Smart thinking if I do say so myself.
On the way, we ran into the Flat Iron building!
And finally, Shake Shack in all its glory.
We waited about a half hour, not too bad, and I ordered fries, a cheeseburger and chocolate shake. Can you say healthy? Whatever. It was delicious and all I had hoped for.
Then, with time to spare before Dara had to go to her bus, we went to Eataly which was right nearby. Eataly is the next best thing aside from Italy itself. Basically a large Italian food department store. One part was a cafe with espresso and cute Italian coffee drinkers, then there was a gelato area. Then there was the Italian candy store, home made pasta deli area, fresh fish market, meats, a bar with Italian beers (of course) and multiple restaurants. Literally, several Italian restaurants, some nicer than others. It was pretty darn Italian and... amazing. Website: http://eatalyny.com/
Here's a photo, of 1/10th of the place...
-Coney Island
-A play, I have a few in mind but need to make some plans!
-Guggenheim
-Brooklyn Flea Market
-Governor's Island?
Aside from that, so much to do with my internship. More people to meet, lots more work to do (hopefully some writing coming up... ). Ah, final stretch!
Have I lost any of you yet? Welp, I'm done talking. You're free. Adios!
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