twenty weeks!

 

 

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It's hard to believe I'm in the "twenties" now, and I've wished for it just like a teenager! For me it is a significant milestone in my pregnancy, as I am well over halfway through…crazy. I am savoring the second trimester, appreciating every day that I feel great and have energy, because I have an idea of what lies ahead for me in the third. It's not going to be easy with twins, that's for sure…but I am ready for the challenge! The babies are healthy, growing fast, and kicking me often…it's truly amazing. 

 

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“Remember that the most valuable antiques are dear old friends.”

H. Jackson Brown, Jr.

 

My apologies for my absence this week, but I have been spending time with friends and family, and making the most of every day. I am feeling great but have this sense of urgency to get things done…I’m in major “nesting” mode! This weekend is filled with projects around the house, working on the nursery, and of course…quality time with mr. fleurishing and billy! Bon weekend tout le monde!

 

elfreth’s alley…

 

 

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We played tourist in our own city yesterday, as I had been wanting to see Elfreth's Alley for a while, and it was a beautiful sunny day! If you want to tour the museum during the "winter" (it was 75 degress out), go Thursday-Sunday. In my opinion, going when it is closed is best for photos as not many people are around. Thirty-two houses, built between 1728 and 1836, form the alley…one of the last intact early American streetscapes in the nation. What I love most is that not only is it a National Historic Landmark, but one of the first that celebrates the lives of everyday people. They are so beautifully cared for, and the colonial colors are inspirational. The bricks, lampposts, and doors are all a bit wonky, which makes it uber charming. I love anyplace where you can feel the history, and this is one of them!

 

 

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The sun came out just in time to check out the High Line! This is a view of the Meatpacking District…I love this area. New York is such a vertical city, which I find difficult to digest, and this area is at a scale that I feel more comfortable with. We had just finished lunch at Pastis (which to my dismay was surrounded by scaffolding, so no photo), and walked around the corner to find the lofty promenade. The one mile park is a calming escape from the chaos of the streets, in my opinion…and we would have stayed longer if our itinerary wasn’t looming, or if I had the energy to walk the entire length, ha! Next time we visit we hope to stay in this area, or in the Village…it is much more our speed.