But I know that there are oodles of you who are {thisclose} to beating down my door to see Courtney + Alex's wedding images. And I love you for that, because I know how much you care about this couple. I do, too! Do you know how much I care about this couple? I even rooted for their beloved Chile in the World Cup. That is love, people. L-O-V-E.
I cannot wait to show you more! Hang in there with me. It's gonna be GOOD...I promise!
I can't wait to get back to the city to have more time to explore NoLIta and Little Italy. I could have stayed at DeSalvio Playground for hours watching and photographing the old men play dominoes! When I return, that will be on the top of my list. The pizza we ate at Lombardi's was yummers, but I would love to check out some of the other neighborhood restaurants next time. We walked by so many cute dining spots on the way that were very persuasive in distracting us from our pizza mission!
For our dinnertime with the Atreros, we decided to take a picnic to one of our most adored sites in the city, Bryant Park. It was a gorgeous evening (though steamy), and it was a wonderful time for Millie and Amelie to get to know each other and of course, let me take oodles of pictures of them! It doesn't get much cuter than these girls, folks!
Awesome photos....and adorable kiddos :) We love Ed and the fam too :)
(06.23.10 @ 07:34 PM)Kate, I love these AND in case I have not said it before I am sooooooo lucky to have you!!!!!
Thanks for making these kinds of memories possible!!!!!!
The Tisch Children's Zoo rocked our faces off, especially Millie's. She used to say she was going to grow up to be a veterinarian (amongst other things), but now, she says she's going to run the Tisch Zoo...it's that cool. You can even feed the animals, but I think they prefer Gucci, or at least Tory Burch. Skilly for life! (That tat means commitment, y'all!)
We got brain-freeze from our frozen hot chocolate at Serendipity 3. We had to suck it all down because the lunch we had before it sucked. Double suckage, just two different kinds. One bad, one good.
Drunk Runway Barbie caught my eye at FAO Schwarz. She spoke to me as if she was from my past circa 1996 and quite possibly my pledgemaster at TCU. Yipes. Needless to say, I ran away and fortunately smack dab into the Big Piano. Mills did a way better job at Chopsticks than Tom Hanks. Not really, but she's so cute that no matter what she does, she wins.
After an entirely too-long nap, we were running late for Mary Poppins. Had to pay a guy named Jesus in an Escalade (now that's my kind of Jesus) $40 to get us there on time. He must have answered his cell phone 72 times from 34th and Lexington to the New Amsterdam Theater saying, "Digame." If you aren't familiar with Spanish, that's "Talk to me." It quickly became the catchphrase of the trip.
Mary Poppins was worth every last red cent. I have never witnessed anything like it, and am spoiled for life. I will try not to make comparisons and judgments when Millie's middle school theater department does their rendition of My Fair Lady/Sound of Music/anything involving a stage, but it will be difficult. There may need to be alcohol involved. The New Amsterdam theater, the set, the lights, the acting and singing and even the freaking snacks were otherworldly, and I would pay to go see it again, much to Bobby's dismay. I mean, he liked it, but all he sees are $$$ when I talk about going back to NYC, and somebody, please throw my love a Valium. =)
God, I love New York City. My life is changed!
(Still more to come...stick with me!)
Love the one of the goat (is it a goat? I'm no farm-animal-expert) sniffing/licking the Gucci. I think he's jealous. All amazing pics, as always! Also love the one of Millie in the mirror... your reflection shots are always awesome!
(06.25.10 @ 10:26 AM)Great story and images Kate, they really bring me back there - I can't wait until my 2 little ones are old enough to go, enjoy and remember :)
(06.21.10 @ 12:18 AM)The ONLY truth about NYC that held was the fact that things are more costly. The entire time we were there, I only saw TWO girls dressed in black from head to toe, and BELIEVE ME, I was lookin'. People were SOOOO nice in NYC, and even more so than my other favorite city, San Francisco. It was a little dirty, but I didn't see any rats or witness murders, and I could mostly understand everyone with whom I spoke. So, rumors were dispelled!
As a TRUE extrovert, the city just radiated with energy and made me feel like I was a part of something. It was addictive, and each morning, I awoke craving the social interaction more than ever. I am pretty sure my tiny extrovert, Millie, felt the same way. Bobby, who is HIGHlarious and often the life of the party, is actually a true introvert, and even he loved it. There are just so many things to see and devour. The history, architecture, food, smells, fabrics, accents, city life protocol, people all walking with PURPOSE...it is now a possible contender for my version of heaven.
I connect and agree with so much of what you write and shoot. We should be friends.
(06.24.10 @ 08:27 PM)LOVE THESE SO MUCH!!!
I smile all over!
Aside from DC, it is our very favorite city as well! We feel spoiled being 4 hours away. Next time we'll need to meet you guys!
(06.17.10 @ 10:31 PM)You guys look like you were having SO MUCH FUN! Only a Miley Cyrus or Taylor Swift concert in Bryant Park could have made a bigger impression! Great photos Kate; glad you all had fun! Love, Lyn/GranLyn
(06.17.10 @ 08:58 PM)Great pictures -- Great writing --great city!
(06.17.10 @ 08:26 PM)I told them during their shoot that they reminded me of an old married couple, but I meant it in the BEST possible light. They just match. There is no awkwardness or lack of communication or any of that crap that new couples deal with. It is as if Chrissie and Dan have known each other for decades and know all about what makes each other tick, and they are simultaneously enamored with one another as if they are within the first weeks of dating. Perfection. Love them, and truly hope that we remain friends long after their wedding!
The two of you are soooo cute. A big smile is on my face. Thanks for sharing your special photos!!!!
(06.17.10 @ 05:51 AM)What wonderful pictures! The lead in statements are so true. I only met Chrissie a year or so ago and never met Dan but it is clear that you both have a love for each other that naturally leads to a lifetime together. Have a great life together. :)
(06.16.10 @ 09:44 PM)fantastic pictures, Chrissie looks beautiful and Daniel, well what can we say - proud parents and proud parents in law
(06.16.10 @ 09:35 PM)What wonderful pictures! The lead in statements are so true. I only met Chrissie a year or so ago and never met Dan but it is clear that you both have a love for each other that naturally leads to a lifetime together. Have a great life together. :)
(06.16.10 @ 09:24 PM)Love you both and love the photos. Kate really captures the essence of who you guys are.
(06.16.10 @ 06:03 PM)Love the pictures. I must have the recessive gene in the family. :-)
(06.16.10 @ 11:10 AM)Beautiful pictures!! Chrissie you are gorgeous!.
Dan, you and Chrissie are a beautiful couple.
May your happiness last forever
The pictures are great and Chrissie is gorgeous
(06.16.10 @ 09:54 AM)the backwards "crush" in the second one down is perfection. Amazing set, as usual!
(06.15.10 @ 05:18 PM)You guys look great! Those photo's are amazing!
(06.15.10 @ 04:35 PM)Love the Black and Whites, and running across the street, Very Abbey Road. Thanks for making me smile today. Great shots.
(06.15.10 @ 04:06 PM)
Jenny-My Nana (1953), Aunt Sharon (1973) and my Mom (1980) all got married in the same dress and this is a piece of the silk that was under the dress. Since I wasn't able to wear the dress as well (they didn't preserve dresses like they do today). Therefore, we embroidered all their names and dates they were married on it. Alex and I got married on the same day as my grandparents 57 years ago! Just one of the little details of the wedding...
(07.01.10 @ 02:18 PM)Your such a tease! But I am sure everyone understands...I love, love the second shot with the embroidery, never seen that before. Schroeder family, us KMP blog readers would love to hear the story behind that, if you care to share in the comments. Congrats Courtney!
(07.01.10 @ 12:21 PM)Your awesome Kate!!! I also think you should add more to your plate at the moment...jk Congrats on everything. I can't wait to see the rest...
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