me, circa august 2008 in new york city

in less than one week i will be on a plane bound for the east coast with my wifey for a much needed new york vacation!  one day in maryland with my aunts and then onward to manhattan for my cousin's wedding.  

the nuptials will be held here, in one of the most beautiful chapels outside of europe that i've ever seen...

then, the reception here, where there will be family reunions and dancing and an open bar (!)...

granted, the picture makes it look kind of weak, but the reception is being held at top of the times, a rooftop garden located in the heart of times square.  it's all going to be tented and gauzey with black candles and plum ribbons draped everywhere.  the picture is weak, but the event itself is going to be beautiful.

unfortunately, we only have one free day in NYC, but we're planning on making the next of it by avoiding everything touristy and instead, hitting soho for lots and lots of (window) shopping.  and maybe some real shopping...we'll see if i can restrain myself :)

right now, i need to plan my outfits and figure out what i'm going to wear for the wedding!  i have a black dress that i could use, but i got it at goodwill and while it is a sexy little number, i'd rather not wear handmedowns...looks like it's time to shop!  oh, darn.