Photo of the Week - Farm Auction

I was going through my photos and came across some from this past summer. While I was home in Germania, Pennsylvania there just so happened to be an auction. After much convincing from my mother, who was born to go to auctions, yard sales, and thrift shops, I agreed to go. And it was super cool! Not something you come across much in NYC :-p...

Photo of the Week - Coney Island Amusement Park

Well, I know you've been seeing a lot of Coney Island lately, but I just couldn't help myself with this one. After watching an old 'Seinfeld' rerun in which Jerry tries his darndest to convince George, Elaine, and Kramer to accompany him to Coney Island to get his car, I could not resist. Jerry ends up befriending a random guy on the subway and they take off riding the Cyclone..he never does get his car, lol.

Anyway, here it is :-p

Photo of the Week - Nathan's World Famous..., Coney Island

In this shot I'm reminded once again that despite being vegetarian, hot dogs are actually something I miss like crazy.

Taken over the summer on Coney Island here is Nathan's.

Photo of the Week - Bratislava, Slovakia

Am totally missing Europe these days.. I suppose the lack of employment at the moment is not helping with the job of keeping my mind occupied on bigger and better things. So I'm left to updating resumes, scouring online job postings, submitting cover letters, and yes, dreaming with an air nostalgia of memories from days gone by. LOL *Snap out of it, Annie!*

Anyway, here is cute little photo shot in Bratislava a few years ago while on a day trip with some friends and my sister.

Those girls are just too adorable.

Photo of the Week - Mo's Cupcakes

My mom recently opened a bakery called Mo's Sweet Shoppe in the rural north-eastern town of Galeton, Pennsylvania. I'm between jobs, so decided to pack up and lend mama a hand for a little bit.

There will be more to come on Mo's, but for now here are some of her luscious cupcake creations...

Photo of the Week - Takin a Break

These guys caught my attention while wandering around Times Square back in October. They looked a little tuckered out, lol.

Photo of the Week - From Atop of the Empire State Building

I honestly can never decide which of these I like better - I guess I like them for different reasons. This one draws your attention to the the nostalgic viewfinder.

While this photo lets you get a glimpse of the background.

There's definitely something about the ESB. It's definitely a VERY touristy thing to do in NYC, but an absolute must. The views and photos alone are worth it! :-)

Photo of the Week - In the Hayfield

Last Friday I found myself packed up and headed west on a bus home to Pennsylvania. It was delightful getting away from the hustle and bustle of the city, being able to soak up some country quietness, and seeing my family again. However, the only drawback to the whole thing - there was no snow.

Now I know from experience how difficult it can be to deal with that lovely white stuff day in and day out. But there was just too much brown and grey - a bit depressing which certainly doesn't lend to happy photo taking.

But not to worry, in honor of the country - and my weekend, I've dug this little treasure up from this past summer.. And I'll keep dreaming of a bit of snow or summer - whichever comes first!



One of Dad's tractors and hay wagons



Photo of the Week - Coney Island Wonder Wheel

My apologies for vacating the wonderful world of blogosphere!! With a new job and hitting the gym every evening my creative juices haven't really been flowing much, I'm ashamed to say.

Anyway, many moons ago (ok, ok not that many moons ago - September, perhaps) my friend and I paid our respects to one of our favorite spots in Brooklyn - Coney Island. One of the famous sights of Coney Island is none other than the Wonder Wheel ferris wheel. Due to my fear of heights, I would have been fine taking it in from the ground, However, after much convincing by my chum, we clammered into one of the little cars. Good thing - for we got some awesome shots.

Here's one of them :-)

Photo of the Week - Times Square

Well, having just come Times Square tonight and getting a few good photos - I fell in love with this Stella billboard. Very retro and swank, don't you think?

Photo of the Week - Brno, Czech Republic

This shot was taken from a tram stop in the center Brno, Czech Republic. I have to admit melancholy feelings and nostalgia well up in me as I remember standing there so many times waiting on the number 9 tram.

For two and a half years I called Brno my home. Saying goodbye in the summer of 2008 felt wrong for, yes, it had become my home. And forever burned in my memory will be all of the sweet people - my students and acquaintances alike - I met and made friends with.

Well, before I get carried away - here it is ...

Photo of the Week - Farm Life

Sometimes it is good to just take a moment and remember one's roots. This photo of the week says it all for me. Despite being an NYC city girl at the moment, I am always in awe whenever I return back to the hills of Pennsylvania - far from the concrete jungle that surrounds me.

Here my sister, Katie, and niece and nephew - Ondra and Ellie, are feeding 'Bubba' the cow, and 'Mini' and 'Copper', the miniature horses, while their dog, 'Maddie' assesses the situation.

Photo of the Week - P. Diddy in Brooklyn, NY

Not sure why I was so obsessed with this P. Diddy Ciroc billboard a few months ago. Perhaps it's the sheer sophistication of Mr. Puff Daddy himself surrounded by such ghetto-fabulousness.

At any rate, it sure has won it's spot for Photo of the Week here at Along the Way.  :-)



Summer billboard across from my gym



Photo of the Week - Narrowest House in Central Europe (supposedly)

I just realized I got so carried away with my fascination with New York posts last week, that I forgot to do a Photo of the Week.

Therefore, without further ado, please welcome last week's Photo of the Week. It hails from Bratislava, Slovakia. I came across this little guy in 2006 while on a day trip with my sister and our friends from Czech to the capital of Slovakia.

There are varying opinions as to whether it's the skinniest house in Central Europe (see the cute video below - compliments of aspiebear). But at only 130cm wide, I wouldn't be surprised if it was.

Photo of the Week - Old Museum Auto

What can I say? I'm obsessed with cars - old, new, domestic, foreign - doesn't matter.

This little guy was at a museum in Brno, Czech Republic and I just had to snap the photo. My only regret is not noting what kind it is! Seems like something Jeremy, James, and Richard of Top Gear would love. ;-)

Photo of the Week: Barcelona Tapas

Ahhh, Barcelona - the city of sun, tapas, wine, and partying. We visited this city in 2008. Unfortunately, I was doing a super duper crazy cleanse. So NO FOOD! I did cheat and have some wine though. :-)