New York, New York

Well, we just returned from our anniversary trip to New York City. WOW!! That's all I can say. For a country boy like me, let's just say it was a major case of culture shock. When we first were driven into the city from the airport, the lights of Times Square were amazing. The whole place was lit up like noon even though it was dark outside. I can't even put into words what it was like seeing it for the first time.

We had a really great trip. I was ready to come home after being there for 5 days, but we did have a blast while we were there. We were even pros at crossing the street and riding the subway when we left!!

Probably the coolest thing that happened was on saturday. We took a tour of NBC studios and got to see the studio where the NBC nightly news is filmed. We also saw the studio of the Dr. Keith show, and the coolest part happened....we saw the Saturday Night Live Studio. Just seeing it was cool enough, but the best part was that they were practicing for that night's show while we were there. We saw Justin Timberlake and the cast practicing the skit "Dry Eyes" during our tour. Now, I'm no Justin Timberlake fan by any means, but it was cool to see him that close (a celebrity) and to then see that skit aired on TV that night. We were there for practice!!

The two Broadway shows we saw were amazing as well. Phantom of the Opera and Chicago were amazing. I know as a guy I'm probably not supposed to enjoy that stuff, but it was really neat. The music (my passion) was outstanding and it was neat just being on Broadway in New York watching something like that.

Overall, it was a fantastic trip. I'd love to go back, although it won't be any time soon. Our hotel was fabulous, and we really enjoyed ourselves. Maybe in a few years we can make it back, but I'm pretty happy in little 'ole Pickens for now.

Until next time...

For my Mother-in-law....

Let's see, it's only been what?...like 4 months since my last post? Well, I just kind of gave up. I get busy and forget to post, or I don't have anything to say...and then 4 months has passed!

It's been really hectic at work. Our office worker left us after 9 years, which really added to my stress level here. Not that I didn't already have a lot to do, now it's about doubled.

Oh yeah, I had my gallbladder taken out on November 10. For those of you who have experienced this, you know what a relief it was to get rid of that thing. Wow, I've never hurt so bad or been so sick as I was when that thing would act up! Good riddance!

Trey is doing wonderfully. He actually took 3 or 4 steps by himself last night walking between me and his mommy. It almost brought tears to my eyes seeing him grow up like that! I can't believe he's already a year old. Time is just flying by!

I'm excited this week. Ashley and I are off to NYC on friday for a few days. We've both never been, but we're staying in a nice hotel and going to see some Broadway shows, so I think we'll have a great time. We'll miss Trey, but I'm sure he'll be fine with GanGan and Papa, and also Grandmom and Grandpa. He's eating like a little pig right now, and it's hard to keep him satisfied!

Well, I'm sure much more has happened in the last 4 months, but that's all I can think of off the top of my head. I'll try to stay more regular, but you've all heard that before, right? Hehehe...


Until next time...