New York City in April

On Thursday, I took our daughter (age 17) and our Vietnamese daughter (age 16) to NYC. We had such a delightful time. Our highlights included visiting South Street Seaport, bartering with the vendors on Canal Street, a ferris wheel ride in the Toys 'R Us Store in Times Square and a carriage ride around Central Park! The World Trade Center Site still brings tears to my eyes as I think of those who were lost that day. Our lives have changed so much in the past few years, haven't they?

While on the subway, I spent a lot of time looking at people's shoes. I think I probably looked at shoes because I was taught it is rude to stare at others. And, there are so many people to watch on the subway!!!! I think that you can learn alot about people by the shoes they wear. I saw tennis shoes and high heels, work boots and clogs, sturdy no-nonsense black shoes and even a pair of red sparkly shoes--exactly like those that Dorothy wore in the Wizard of Oz.

Our adventures in New York City left us with the memories of a great trip. And, I had some much needed down time--and although it was a busy three days, it was a different kind of busy. We enjoyed the days and each other.

I think that mini vacations like this one are the best therapy! May your week be filled with joy, happiness and a mini-vacation--even a mini-vacation with a good book or movie.

This is my life

I am a working mother with four children. Currently, I am working three jobs. My full time job is at a local public library where I am responsible for publicity and young adult programming. Writing is my first love and so you probably won't be surprised to learn that I am also a freelance writer for our local newspaper. My third job is selling Lia Sophia Jewelry. My children are ages 19, 17, 12 and 10. And, this year, we are hosting a foreign exchange student from Vietnam. She is 16. Needless to say, my life is a very busy one.