Lunching from the Bronx to the UES

Friday I went somewhere I'd never really been before - The Bronx. (Yankee Stadium and the Botanical Gardens don't really count.) Only 4.4 miles and 8 subway stops but I stepped off the 2 train into another world. After walking past the projects, a barber shop, a playground and a few other blocks I arrived at my destination - PS 5 for a visit to Holly's classroom and lunch.

The security guard was chatting my ear off while checking me in, but I couldn't understand a word she said . . . something about the weather I think, I just smiled and laughed. Maybe that was appropriate, maybe it wasn't. But I passed the test, received my sticker and walked down the hall and found Ms. B's room. Her kids are absolutely ADORABLE!! I know, I can't believe I am saying it either. Holly finished reading a story and then they introduced themselves to me, sang "1, 2 Buckle My Shoe" and "The Monkey Song." I couldn't stop smiling and laughing - at the kids and at Holly dancing with them! They are such smart kids - thanks to their fabulous teacher.

No Peaking Chicken while Holly works on their letters and numbers:


While the kids enjoyed their PB&Js, carrots and milk, Holly and I went for our "ghetto lunch." (Holly's words not mine.) We walked over to Popeye's where they confirmed Holly's order, "Large Diet Coke with tons and tons of ice," as soon as she walked in the door. After our Popeye's DCs we stopped for "ghetto chips" at the corner bodega - Puff n'Corn and BBQ Chips. I wish I had picture of my face when the cashier told me the total for both bags was 75 cents. I told Holly this one was on me.

Lunch of Champions:


Holly went back to the kids, and I went from the Bronx to the Upper East Side - to a much more Ladies who Lunch location . . . Bloomingdale's. For generations women have raved about 40 Carrots - and their frozen yogurt. I have walked passed it hundreds of times and heard oh so much about the fro yo, so I finally decided to go try it. Nestled between bedding and bath on the 7th Floor, 40 Carrots is now a much stop for me. Why didn't I discover this before?


I'm getting used to this life.