'Good Things Come Slow' - NYC Marathon 2011

Being a running enthusiast, I have this dream of one day, just maybe, one day running a half-marathon. Once I have that under my belt, a full 26.2 miler will beckon me, I know. Imagine my surprise then, when I discovered the New York City Marathon would go right passed my building. In fact, that I would be able to see it from my bedroom window (see last photo below).

Now even though the event, which took place well over a month ago on October 28,2011, is long gone - I've got photos for inspiration.

And so, after rehashing a dream and post 'The Biggest Loser' season finale tonight, I'm feeling quite up to the challenge. Too bad I'm in bed with heating pad and a bad back.

It's with those thoughts and one my mother's famous sayings echoing in my ears, 'Good things come slow, Ann, good things come slow', that I will end this post and let you peruse these pics.

Til next time...


The support runners received was amazing - it was such a cool thing to witness

The lady with the trombone was hilarious

Totally adorable couple

And thar she blows again, lol

Lafeyette Ave.

'Go Filip n Amy!'

LOVE this sign

Taken from my bedroom window

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 ...

Winter Wonderland - In October

New Yorkers awoke this morning to a downpour of rain, sleet, and wind. This lovely little mix later turned to snow and ice, which has now turned back to rain again as I type.

I ventured out earlier this afternoon and am still thawing out - my toes will vouch for this. Anyway, despite braving the elements, I was able to get a few good shots of the first snowfall of the season.

Clinton Ave. outside my building

Lafayette Avenue

Washington Street

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.

Quite the Encounter

A few days ago my friends and I were enjoying some coffee and sunshine outside a local cafe when I spotted the most precious sight. An adorable little puppy was sitting patiently on the sidewalk waiting for her master. To our surprise she was without a leash and followed ever so willingly wherever he went.

Well I started snapping a few photos, when the pair decided to head over to our bench. Imagine my sheer delight when the petite pup marched right up to me. It turns out her name was Goldie and she quite enjoyed the love and affection my friend and I were readily pouring over her. Goldie's owner, however, we weren't as thrilled with as he just so happened to be as high as a kite while trying to sell us Ray Ban sunglasses.

And so upon deciphering his state of affairs, we decided to take our leave. This was, of course, not before giving Goldie a few more affectionate pats.