When it rains...



...Hoboken floods.

Not a good look, Bokes - not a good look.

Anyone have a Daddy Warbucks' direct dial?  Hobokenites - one and all - are praying that the sun will come out tomorrow!

It's official

New Yorkers are addicted to coffee. 

I passed a Starbucks this morning that literally had a line out the door and around the corner.  Additionally, there was a Starbucks employee (who at first - I thought was acting like a bouncer) who was taking orders from the people in line and relaying them via walkie-talkie to the baristas inside. 

In the last year, I have learned to appreciate a nice cup-a-joe but I don't think I will ever stand in a line that long for a fancy (expensive) concotion of ground beans, milk and sugar.  Call me crazy...



A great start to another year together!

I think I am going to post updates that mix the time that I missed over the past month as well as some of the more recent events.

To start, I thought it would be good to pick up where I left off - mine and Tom's 2nd anniversary celebration.  Since it was a Tuesday, we obviously both had work during the day but made sure to leave at the dot of 5:00 to go to a special lounge for a quick bite to eat before the Broadway show.

The show started at 7:00, so we wanted to make sure we got something to eat but also would make the show on time.  We decided to take advantage of an "instant deal" on one of the daily deal websites and we picked a place that was close to the theater.  The place was called Inc Lounge and is a pretty swanky place that had great appetizers and specialty drinks.

After a flat bread pizza, chicken skewers and dumplings we were quite full and ready for to learn How to Succeed in Business without Really Trying!

The show was absolutely phenomenal.  The songs were great, the acting was excellent and the entertainment factor was most certainly present from curtain to curtain.  Tom and I both really enjoyed this show and were laughing along with the subtle jokes pertaining to working in an office - as we both now have experience working in corporate America.

It was a nice treat to experience the city after work hours.  I feel fortunate to be able to dress up for work and then go to a nice dinner and show in New York City when people from all over the world make trips to do that very same thing sometimes only once in their lifetime.  I also appreciate that Tom and I have common interest in taking advantage of what New York City has to offer us while everything is literally at our fingertips.

We recently bought tickets for Sister Act which has gotten wonderful reviews!  I will be sure to report back in late August after we go to let you know how it is!

It's been a while

My loyal readers - I apologize for the lapse (again) in posts.  Things are much different in my world since the last time I checked in and I have been formulating posts in my mind for over a month.  Life seems to get very busy at times and in the past month, I can honestly say, I haven't stopped moving since the end of June.

As most of you probably know, I moved to a new apartment in Hoboken. In my first apartment, I lived uptown in Hoboken and now I have moved downtown, which is closer to the PATH train and has made for an easier commute.  I will be back soon to tell you more about my new apartment and my new roommates soon!  I want to spread out my updates over a few posts :)

My sister, Regina, is back from Paris and had the most amazing time.  I got to spend time with her and my Mom, sister Victoria and brother Sean for a few days in Ocean City, NJ.  It was so much fun to be with her and the rest of my family for a few days on the beach...more to come on that :)

I also spent some time with Tom's family in Connecticut a few weekends ago and the time in the pool and playing backyard games was so much fun as well!  Another fun summer weekend was had by all!

This past weekend I was home in Philadelphia to celebrate my brother, Patrick's, birthday.  We had the nicest weekend just being with the family and enjoying a relaxing weekend at home.  On Friday night, Tom and I took the train to PA and were picked up by my Mom and Regina.  We then went to my uncle's house for Chinese food and a game of rummy.

On Saturday, we had breakfast, watched the movie Bridesmaids and then went back to my uncle's house to go in the pool!  On Saturday night, my Mom made delicious steak sandwiches for dinner (I miss my Mom's cooking so much!) and then we went to a new ice-cream shop for sundaes!

On Sunday, it was Patrick's birthday and we really had a nice day together!  The 8 of us went to Mass together and then we came back for an afternoon of good food, baseball and time together.  Since it is rare that all of us are together - since I am in Hoboken, Regina is at Penn State, Patrick and Karen have so much going on and Victoria and Sean are busy with high school activities and sports - we stopped to get a photo together!

My mom and the Noonan kids

So hang tight just a little longer - I will be back soon to update more of what has been going on - hope you are having a wonderful summer!

Our 2nd Anniversary!

Tom and I are celebrating our 2 year anniversary today!  We are headed to see the Broadway show How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying - we are very excited to spend a nice night in the city together!

Thank you for making the last two years so enjoyable - I continue to look forward to all that is to come :)

French Art

As a Noonan, I must admit - none of us really care for going to museums.  I don't know much about art or artists or what makes one style of art different than the other.  I appreciate a nice painting or cool sculpture but would choose just about anything else (less going to a zoo, esp in the reptile section) than go to a museum for the day. 

Nevertheless, when you speak of France (which is what we have been doing on Fridays) - art must be spoken about.

I think I will let the following paintings speak for themselves :)

A lovely French cottage

Feels very French to me for some reason...

I like how it has the reflection - very interesting!

Clearly, one of the most impressive forms of architecture is the Louve - in the heart of Paris, France and truly a must see when visiting the city!



We don't have many French Fridays left - hope you are enjoying the "series" :)

Oh, and don't forget to check out what Regina has been up to!!!

Happy Anniversary!

My brother, Patrick and sister-in-law, Karen are celebrating their 3rd anniversary today!

May you continue to have much happiness in your marriage and thank you for giving us another example of true love!  Have a wonderful day!