Saturday, August 8, 2009

Saturday in the Park with Anna

Last Saturday, we took a trip to the city to enjoy some family fun time. We had planned on lunch and a museum but when we got to the train station, we ran into the Reids and they convinced us to go to the park as well.

The lunch stop was at none other than the infamous Shake Shack. We devoured every bit of our cheeseburgers, fries and concretes. We enjoyed ourselves so much that we forgot to take any pictures!

Next we walked down to Central Park for some play time. Ending up at a playground that has fountains and streams to play in is, of course, one of Anna's dreams come true. Since we hadn't planned on the park, we weren't prepared for water. But when you're two, you can get away with splashing around in just your shirt and diaper.

What started out as serene feet wading and water pouring...

turned into all out fountain running!



She was definitely the wettest kid there! Thankfully her shirt was thin enough to dry quickly and our friends brought an extra towel!

After that escapade we walked along the park paths to the Metropolitan Museum of Art where Spencer's ID badge scored us free admission. We happily meandered the floors, looking at beautiful statues, portraits and all other sorts of art. As we walked, we began to wonder just why it was that as a JP Morgan employee, you and a guest get in free. We got our answer shortly thereafter as we entered the James Pierpont Morgan Wing!

We loved taking advantage of just a bit of all New York has to offer. It was a great Saturday!

6 comments:

Granny said...

Fun day. That little girl does love the water.

"Free" is even more fun when it comes unexpectantly.

Tara said...

Anna is so funny. That video is that much more fun to watch now that we've been able to get to know her fun little personality.

What a fun day in the city. You really have some great opportunities right on your doorstep. And glad you got some free museum time, too. Free is great, isn't it?

Lindsay said...

The city's parks and playgrounds, especially those with sprinklers, have saved me countless times in the last few weeks as it's gotten super hot and humid. It's nice to have some place wet and free to go cool down at in the hot afternoons. I'm glad you guys had fun!

Chad said...

How come everyone else in the family gets free fun but me? Sounds like a great day!

Erin said...

I wish I could still play in fountains!

Lynita said...

That was such a fun day, glad we ran into you guys! The Shake Shack is divine all except rude dude who stole that guys seat!