First Weekend In May :-)
Although I'm exhausted from last weekend, coffee has sustained my energy level. I'm excited to report the events that transpired....another amazing weekend. :-) Can it get any better?
Friday, 5/5: After working on a monotonous, detail oriented database project (no comment), I bolted through the stage door, meeting Shawn right outside Lincoln Center. Awww, I was instantaneously happy having him by my side. Our mission was to get to NJ by 7:30 for the JDRF benefit. We ended up picking up his cousin Matt @ Columbus Circle on Cinco De Mayo (Crazy traffic). It took us roughly over an hour to get to The Clinton Inn in Tenafly, NJ. We arrived right in time for the open bar and the Mexican themed meal..Oh Yeah, Carne Asada! In all seriousness ,the event benefited the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) which definitely hit a nerve with me. Growing up with a friend who dealt with Diabetes since the age of 7, as well as my Aunt who developed the disease later on in life, helped me recognize/understand how important an organization like JDRF can benefit children internationally and can educate the public. I was not only proud to be apart of such a significant event, but also happy to be surrounded by Shawn's family. On a side note, we happily participated in the big raffle & ended up walking out with the centerpiece from our table. HILARIOUS! We're so lucky! :-) Knowing over 100 prizes were given out and that we stole...I mean walked away with our centerpiece was amusing. No, I'm kidding, the centerpieces were donated and given to the guest seated at the tables. The good news is Kerry(Shawn's sister) walked out with a bucket of beer and Shawn's parents won the 50/50 raffle. :-) ! Everyone left with a smile on their faces....also it was open bar...maybe that had something to do with it as well. :-) When we arrived back in New Milford we quickly ran upstairs & feel asleep content from the evening....
Saturday, 5/6: HAPPY BIRTHDAY DAD!!! I was fully aware that Shawn had to work on Saturday however I hadn't anticipated staying in NJ. Soooooo I happily spent the morning/early afternoon with his family. It was such a beautiful, relaxing day. They have a quaint little pond filled with goldfish toward the front of the house and a rock waterfall on the other side. I love it. I spent most of my day drinking coffee, catching a few rays & happily talking with the Day family. At first, I was a little nervous when I realized I would be spending time with my boyfriend's parents minus Shawn, but they all made me feel right at home. I also feel in love with Lola, the household Chihuahua....SOOOO CUTE!!!! I now have a new best friend! :-) What a wonderful environment to be in. :-) Shawn returned around 3pm and worked on his presentation for the Pet Fair on Sunday. He was feeling anxious because he "believes" he's not a great public speaker. I beg to differ. :-) We headed to Pier 40 in Chelsea around 5:30 for Shawn's last football game before the play-offs. It was a great place to have the game, with an awesome view of the Statue of Liberty. With great sadness, they lost to the other team, but will still be eligible for the play-offs. That's the good news I suppose.
Friday, 5/5: After working on a monotonous, detail oriented database project (no comment), I bolted through the stage door, meeting Shawn right outside Lincoln Center. Awww, I was instantaneously happy having him by my side. Our mission was to get to NJ by 7:30 for the JDRF benefit. We ended up picking up his cousin Matt @ Columbus Circle on Cinco De Mayo (Crazy traffic). It took us roughly over an hour to get to The Clinton Inn in Tenafly, NJ. We arrived right in time for the open bar and the Mexican themed meal..Oh Yeah, Carne Asada! In all seriousness ,the event benefited the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) which definitely hit a nerve with me. Growing up with a friend who dealt with Diabetes since the age of 7, as well as my Aunt who developed the disease later on in life, helped me recognize/understand how important an organization like JDRF can benefit children internationally and can educate the public. I was not only proud to be apart of such a significant event, but also happy to be surrounded by Shawn's family. On a side note, we happily participated in the big raffle & ended up walking out with the centerpiece from our table. HILARIOUS! We're so lucky! :-) Knowing over 100 prizes were given out and that we stole...I mean walked away with our centerpiece was amusing. No, I'm kidding, the centerpieces were donated and given to the guest seated at the tables. The good news is Kerry(Shawn's sister) walked out with a bucket of beer and Shawn's parents won the 50/50 raffle. :-) ! Everyone left with a smile on their faces....also it was open bar...maybe that had something to do with it as well. :-) When we arrived back in New Milford we quickly ran upstairs & feel asleep content from the evening....
Saturday, 5/6: HAPPY BIRTHDAY DAD!!! I was fully aware that Shawn had to work on Saturday however I hadn't anticipated staying in NJ. Soooooo I happily spent the morning/early afternoon with his family. It was such a beautiful, relaxing day. They have a quaint little pond filled with goldfish toward the front of the house and a rock waterfall on the other side. I love it. I spent most of my day drinking coffee, catching a few rays & happily talking with the Day family. At first, I was a little nervous when I realized I would be spending time with my boyfriend's parents minus Shawn, but they all made me feel right at home. I also feel in love with Lola, the household Chihuahua....SOOOO CUTE!!!! I now have a new best friend! :-) What a wonderful environment to be in. :-) Shawn returned around 3pm and worked on his presentation for the Pet Fair on Sunday. He was feeling anxious because he "believes" he's not a great public speaker. I beg to differ. :-) We headed to Pier 40 in Chelsea around 5:30 for Shawn's last football game before the play-offs. It was a great place to have the game, with an awesome view of the Statue of Liberty. With great sadness, they lost to the other team, but will still be eligible for the play-offs. That's the good news I suppose.
Immediately following the game, we rushed to Shawn's car, headed back to Forest Hills, ordered 3 large pizzas, watched the Mel Brooks film Robin Hood: Men In Tights & called it a night.
Sunday, 5/7: We woke up relatively early so Shawn could add a few finishing touches to his research for the Pet Fair @ The Watchung Reservation in Mountainside NJ. We arrived about an hour early, waltzed around the premises and then I took a bunch of pictures. I patiently waited for Shawn's presentation, sitting on the bleachers in front of the stage. In my most humble opinion he was an impeccable speaker. Good intonation, very natural, well versed & interacted with the audience. I felt instant gratification watching him in the spotlight, in his element. I already knew he was brilliant, but this was the icing on the cake. After Shawn felt the relief of finishing we hung out for while and then spontaneously ended going to Six Flags with friends. Afterwards, Shawn and I headed back to Forest Hills, watched the movie High Anxiety and then exhausted, fell fast asleep in each other's arms. Perfection......
posted by Phil and Shawn's Blog @ Monday, May 08, 2006
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