Thursday, February 10, 2011

I do my little turn on the catwalk...

MiniMac is off to his grandparents tomorrow. It is time for an adults only weekend/weekday getaway. As soon as we kiss that little man goodby, we are flying to:









Why? Because:












But also because I will be watching this for several days:



















One of my amazing Christmas gifts from JMac was a well-crafted and well-orchestrated surprise trip to NYC for Fashion Week. I get to see some of my favorite designers and access to meet several new ones. I am trying to quell my giddiness. But why should I? I know. I should not. When JMac told me, I made an enthusiastic sound. Something like a squeal. A sound I didn't think I could reproduce since I was wearing my cheerleader uniform in high school. But it did prompt me to pull out my new Valentino tuxedo jacket and do my own little turn on the catwalk. But trust me, in the Apple, I will leave the real work to the professionals.

Looking forward to the Fashion Extraordinaire, some gorgeous dinners, great wine, a little Valentines Day love, and some time alone with JMac. And I fully appreciate the lengths he goes to to give amazing and thoughtful gifts. Although, the first time we went to NYC together, we brought home an amazing yet unplanned souvenir. His name is MiniMac and he just turned four. And no, we are not planning on that same unplanned activity.The only souvenir I plan to bring home is present for MiniMac. Oh, and maybe a little Chanel for my arm.

Have a fabulous weekend and week. I will be back on Thursday!

47 comments:

  1. EdFebruary 10, 2011 at 8:19 AM

    GEEZ!

    That dude is really sucking up for something big.

    Have a fun trip.

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  2. SusanFebruary 10, 2011 at 8:48 AM

    Ooooh, lucky you. NYC is my favorite city.

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  3. UnknownFebruary 10, 2011 at 8:51 AM

    soooo me being a wee bit jealous.. and saying you might come home with another surprise wouldn't make you angry would it lol

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  4. KittyCatFebruary 10, 2011 at 8:58 AM

    How exciting. Hope you have a fantastic time. We are due to go there in august. Not as romantic as for Valentines day but should be a good time none the less.

    Cant wait to see pics!

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  5. mermaid galleryFebruary 10, 2011 at 9:36 AM

    whoop it up BIG! That is an awesome gift...You are just TOO lucky!

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  6. Bird Shit February 10, 2011 at 9:36 AM

    Best.Husband.Ever.

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  7. brokenteepeeFebruary 10, 2011 at 10:04 AM

    Have a wonderful trip.

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  8. UnknownFebruary 10, 2011 at 10:08 AM

    Have a wonderful trip! Can't wait to hear stories. ;)

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  9. brainellaFebruary 10, 2011 at 10:18 AM

    Nice! Good ma.

    I'd just like to go to NYC. I wouldn't recognize fashion if it bit me on the ass.

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  10. Chain Stitch CrochetFebruary 10, 2011 at 10:24 AM

    How very cool! Have a wonderful time with your lovey!!!

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  11. PossumFebruary 10, 2011 at 10:50 AM

    Okay could we please just clone this man!!
    Enjoy NY NY!!

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  12. Kristina P.February 10, 2011 at 11:05 AM

    So, so jealous!

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  13. AnonymousFebruary 10, 2011 at 11:20 AM

    HOw FUN!

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  14. UnknownFebruary 10, 2011 at 11:28 AM

    What a wonderful, wonderful Valentine's Day gift! That JohnnyMac is a keeper for sure! Have a great time!

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  15. NitmosFebruary 10, 2011 at 11:30 AM

    Enjoy the trip.

    But, I'm sorry, Right Said Fred has simply ruined all subsequent references to fashion and catwalks for me.

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  16. Yankee GirlFebruary 10, 2011 at 1:15 PM

    What an amazing gift! Have a wonderful time and I can't wait to hear all about it when you get back!

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  17. CathiFebruary 10, 2011 at 1:44 PM

    Have a FABULOUS time!! I love NYC so much - we usually go in the fall or summer, hopefully will again this year!! Looking forward to hearing about your adventures! xxoo :)

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  18. MommyLisaFebruary 10, 2011 at 2:02 PM

    SuperTerrific.

    Get a great Chanel and spill when you get back on the shows!

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  19. Mrs. TunaFebruary 10, 2011 at 2:10 PM

    Oooooooh, take me!! I'm in a fashion slump.

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  20. BBFebruary 10, 2011 at 4:58 PM

    Have a fabulous time. Dress very warm. That city is so cold and windy in the winter. Brrrr. I grew up in NJ so I know this to be true. If you get a chance take the Circle Line cruise around all of Manhattan. It's great.

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  21. joanneFebruary 10, 2011 at 6:20 PM

    squeeeeeeeeal!!! I'm so jealous...have a grand time!

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  22. KatFebruary 10, 2011 at 9:01 PM

    Oh you lucky, lucky gal! I'm certainly no fashionista, but a trip to New York? Be still my heart. Have fun and can't wait to hear all about your trip. Kat

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  23. JenFebruary 10, 2011 at 9:21 PM

    Have a FABULOUS time! And never say never on that little souvenir :)

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  24. AnonymousFebruary 10, 2011 at 9:26 PM

    Color me jealous. Have a fabulous time!

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  25. ElzFebruary 10, 2011 at 9:35 PM

    SO Jealous! Would love to go to Fashion Week. UGH.

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  26. MariaFebruary 10, 2011 at 11:23 PM

    Totally fabulous that you are going...And childless to boot!

    Here's to all the Jimmy Choo's and Christian Louboutin's you can possibly carry back to ATL! Enjoy!!

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  27. J.J. in L.A.February 10, 2011 at 11:37 PM

    Have fun!!!

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  28. Little Ms JFebruary 11, 2011 at 12:01 AM

    Please give an air kiss to Rachel Zoe. I hear she's filled out nicely, so no need to hand her a cheeseburger.

    What a great gift from hubs! I totally approve.

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  29. MyyaFebruary 11, 2011 at 1:33 AM

    HOW amazing! I hope that you have a wonderful time. I have a friend that is walking there this week. I am not sure for which designer though???

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  30. microsoft outlook exchangeFebruary 11, 2011 at 6:55 AM

    You have a wonderful blog. Have fun and keep blogging more! Would love to read you!

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  31. AnonymousFebruary 11, 2011 at 7:01 AM

    Enjoy - I'm sure you deserve it - or at least you will by the weekend ;)

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  32. Jenn @ Youknow...that Blog?February 11, 2011 at 8:18 AM

    Have a WONDERFUL time!!! What a thoughtful hubby you have... so jealous!

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  33. HollyFebruary 11, 2011 at 9:32 AM

    What an awesome husband you have! Enjoy yourself, girl!

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  34. MilltiniFebruary 11, 2011 at 3:26 PM

    Enjoy your weekend in my fair city! Can't wait to hear about all of the fabulousness that you got yourself into.

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  35. UnspokenFebruary 12, 2011 at 1:08 AM

    LUCKY YOU!

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  36. UnknownFebruary 12, 2011 at 4:28 AM

    Okay, I'm not even going to try to hide the fact that I'm jealous. Me too would love to go to New York Fashion Week...Sigh.

    And JMac truly is awesome, what a great, romantic mini-vacation he has planned!

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  37. the walking manFebruary 12, 2011 at 7:05 AM

    I already know what the T shirt miniMac is going to receive will say
    "My mom went to fashion week and all I got..."

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  38. HalfAsstic.comFebruary 12, 2011 at 6:20 PM

    Have fun! And, by the way, you're dooming yourself by saying there will be no more "unplanned surprises" coming back from NY with you! TAKE IT BACK! QUICK! LOL

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  39. ThatsBaloneyFebruary 13, 2011 at 3:17 PM

    Nothing wrong with MiniMac#2 - but, hey... that's your call. ;)
    Hope you had a wonderful time in the Big Apple. Your husband needs to teach a course in Gift Giving 101 for the others out there. Sign Doc up, please!

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  40. KirFebruary 14, 2011 at 11:29 AM

    YOU LUCKY, LUCKY girl!!!!!
    hope you are having fun , and I'm so jealous of course. :)

    hugs

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  41. Kristy @LoveandblasphemyFebruary 14, 2011 at 3:15 PM

    That is so freakin cool!!! Have fun.

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  42. AnonymousFebruary 14, 2011 at 4:01 PM

    That sounds like the perfect trip! What an amazing husband to do something so wonderful for you! I hope you had a great time!

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  43. Sarah at The Stroller BalletFebruary 19, 2011 at 9:11 AM

    I just saw your pictures on FB so came over here...what an amazing trip and surprise! I'm sure you had a fabulous time! Can't wait to hear more :)

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  44. The Constant ComplainerFebruary 19, 2011 at 8:12 PM

    I've never been. But am dying to go some day. Enjoy your adults' get-a-way and have a great time!

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  45. Liz AguerreFebruary 19, 2011 at 9:38 PM

    Hey there...haven't been around much lately, so I"m glad to be back just in time to find out about your A-MAZING gift trip! How awesome. Can't wait to hear about it. I LOVE LOVE LOVE NY. Been there three times but always during Xmas...can't imagine what fashion week must have been like. JEA-LOUS!!!

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  46. Melissa B.February 20, 2011 at 8:06 PM

    Fun times! My daughter is going to intern this summer for a commercial and fashion photog, so she'll be getting a little taste of this life. I'm saving your cocktail recipe for when it hits 70 here. We're expecting snow on Tuesday! :(

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  47. Vivienne @ the V SpotFebruary 21, 2011 at 5:59 PM

    Wait! He takes you on a whirlwind trip to NYC during Fashion Week and you can't stay awake for your post-trip romantic evening? I think you maybe need to get up early then.
    :)

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