I’ve walked more in the last three days than ever before! After another long day of walking, all we wanted was a tub of cold water, Epsom salt, and a refreshing glass of wine.

Our day started early with another trip to 71 Irving Place.

They have fallen in love with the amazing service and refreshing brews at 71 Irving Place. We especially love that one of their managers went to UGA and sports a UGA hat everyday! GO DAWGS! They take great pride in delivering beautiful lattes everyday!

Next on the to do list was convincing Mom and Dad to ride the subway down to Brooklyn Bridge/City Hall. I forget that the subway can be intimidating and a bit closterphobic for people who don’t experience it daily. Dad was nervous the entire time.

 I couldn’t wait to share one of my favorite NYC experiences with my parents.

The Brooklyn Bridge adventure is an easy one to enjoy with out of towners and allows them to cross multiple things off their list:

-Visit Brooklyn

-Walk across the Brooklyn Bridge

-Have a fun photo shoot

-Enjoy amazing views of New York

The first time we took on this endeavor we followed some great tips we found online:

1. Enter on the Manhattan side of the bridge, near City Hall, from Park Row and Centre Street. To get there, take the 6 train to Brooklyn Bridge-City Hall or the J train to Chambers Street.
2. Go up the concrete ramp. Once you hit the wooden planks, you’re officially on the bridge.
3. Make sure you stay clear of the bike lane! The Brooklyn Bridge is often crowded, and cyclists have little concern for meandering walkers.
4. Enjoy the views. You’ll be able to see some of Manhattan’s most famous structures, including the Woolworth Building and the Empire State Building, from the bridge. Don’t miss the Statue of Liberty, which will appear on your right.
5. When you’ve had your fill of walking the Brooklyn Bridge, exit on the Brooklyn side.
6. When you exit the bridge, go south on Front Street until you hit Old Fulton Street. Turn right. Grimaldi’s is located at 19 Old Fulton St.

Today we weren’t in search of pizza; just a good workout and lots of photos. The bridge is 1.14 miles each way and includes wood planks and inclines so I highly recommend comfortable clothes and shoes.

We took our time today and took in the history lesson available via the signs.

We stopped to pose for both fun and silly pictures! My dad keeps mom and I both very young proving that age isn’t important!

My dad thought it would be fun to imitate the impatient bikers who were constantly yelling and honking. I love that my dad is 61 years young and can’t help but smile!

My dad imitated the yoga moves he saw mom and I doing last night.  Mom and I continued our yoga moves with some warrior 1 on the bridge. My mom is searching for a beginner level yoga DVD. Please let me know if you have any suggestions!

When the temperature rises, be sure to hydrate properly.

Realize that the no makeup and natural sunshine look is beautiful!

Take a break at the tope to enjoy the 360 degree panoramic views!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Our adventure lead us through Brooklyn after the bridge as we had to search for a bathroom and then some cold water. After our morning hike we were STARVING! My dad used his Droid and Trip Advisor to find our lunch spot. I’ll admit, I had doubts and felt as if I was going on a wild goose chase but his find was a hidden gem in the middle of the Lower East Side. I don’t have time to share now as we’re sitting down to watch a movie together but I’ll leave you with pictures from our afternoon lunch and adventure!

 

Happy Sunday!