Sooshee (or Sushi)

I've had sushi before, but tonight was officially my first time eating at a sushi restaurant. Who knew I would actually like it? and get full from it? My friend, Scott, and I went to Shuma-Shuma over on the East side and had edamame and all sorts of rolls - spicy calamari, tuna, shrimp, salmon-avocado. It was tasty!

Not Just for Kids

So it's not just the people who make New York a unique place (try saying that 10 times really fast). Yesterday I saw an older woman who was riding a tricycle. And this was not the typical tric with a 50 lb. limit; this was built for adults! She was just enjoying an evening ride on Broadway on her red tricycle. And just when I thought I'd seen it all...

Beauty

What is beauty? Many people define it in various ways. One of the beautiful things I've seen recently are some of God's creations. While spending the weekend in Lake Webster, NH, I was able to enjoy scenery - real, nothing-fake-about-it nature. New York City is lacking in this department, and I had a really good time just getting out and enjoying the lake, the changing fall colors, the quiet and more simple way of life in a small town, the crisp fall air, and the list goes on. God has created all this, and every time I see nature or beautiful things I am amazed. As cliche as this is, I never knew how much I really enjoyed nature until I wasn't around it anymore. Funny how that happens. But now I especially enjoy it and take it all in when I do have the chance. One of my favorite moments was on Sunday afternoon when I was out on the edge of the lake right outside the Inn and could just see the hills, covered with trees - each one a different shade of green, yellow, orange and red. The sunlight hit the water and the trees, creating such a unique dynamic. This was a spiritual experience, being so close to and enjoying God's creation.

Lazy Friday

So today has been a relatively slow at work, to say the least. Interestingly, though, I feel that I have not been as productive. A few friends and I were discussing this anomaly earlier this week. Why is it that when we have less to do, we take more time doing it? I've always felt that I am more productive and efficient if I have more to do. I guess my momentum gets going and just stays on "go".

But having things slow down a bit is a good thing and I'm not complaining. I've been enjoying this lazy (relatively) Friday. And I think it's a great way to start my weekend, which will be spent in New Hampshire enjoying the New England fall and great friends. Who could say no to apple picking, bundling up and enjoying some never-forgotten moments of a road trip?

I Actually Did It!

That's right! I've started a blog. Unlike what everyone has told me, creating this blog was not as easy as they said. Finding an available url was the hardest part...Maybe that's because "Jane" is such a fabulous name, and even those who don't have the right to it just want to use it! That's probably not the case, but I'll just tell myself that.

This is mostly for me, to be able to capture and remember all the memories I'm creating in life. Feel free to experience them along with me! I hope you enjoy!