So long story short, my daughter is going to college in New York City and the school delayed their start until early November. Her move-in date happens to be on Halloween. Yes, that means we will be in New York on Halloween during a full blue moon. Yes, I know it's an unusual/late start date for college. This school is on a different schedule. They have longer semesters and shorter breaks than a standard school.
I have been wondering how I will fare. New York is always a lot of walking no matter how many taxis you take or subways you ride. The hotel I booked is close to her school, but my husband is joining us for the first time. I'd like to show him some sights. I'm hoping it will be enjoyable for all of us. Especially because we may be going back for Thanksgiving. Since the school delayed starting, my daughter doesn't get a Thanksgiving break; she literally has off Thanksgiving Day, not the day after. I'm not sure I want her to be alone on Thanksgiving, but I'm also not sure if we can find a restaurant open on Thanksgiving. I'm playing this one with a wait-and-see attitude.
The weather is supposed to be cool, which is always a bonus for me. We all know what heat does to me. Hm? What's that? What does the heat do? Oh, the heat turns me into a feral beast. The heat amplifies my symptoms, puts a veil of fog over my brain, and well, just generally makes me a wretched mess. In other words, I'm grateful it's supposed to be cooler.
So, wish us luck. Leaving my first-born in NYC by herself is going to be a challenge. I'm so excited for her to start this new adventure, counterbalanced with my son being incredibly sad (though he's putting on a brave face, I can tell from the little comments he makes) to "lose" his bestest bud, pal, companion, and favorite sister. They have always been close, but since the quarantine/pandemic/stay-home order was enacted in March, they have become even closer.
Stay tuned for further updates.
