Christmas in New York

Well it's that time of year! Time for family, trees, decorations and lots of shopping for presents. This year it has been so fun to celebrate as a family with Preston. But I cannot help but miss how incredibly enchanting New York City is this time of year. Right about now I would be going on my annual walk down Fifth Avenue and through Herald Square to see the store windows. The amount of time and money that is spent on them is mind blowing. But when you look you cannot help but forget that it's cold and that you are tired. Because you are filled with child like glee. My favorite is always Bergdorf Goodman. They always combine their themes with amazing clothes. Preston and I always had the best time looking at the window displays and I love this shot I got there 2 years ago because you can see the buildings in the reflection.

Another great moment is viewing the tree at Rockefeller Center. Last year I made my way through the crowds, elbows out, with a few girl friends to watch the actual concert/lighting they always televise. We had to get there 3 hours early to be close enough to really see. I have never been colder. And good luck if you have to use the restroom. You are NOT getting back in. I won't lie I think we all doubted the decision to go until it started. The crowd was so excited and the tree and singing was so beautiful. It ended up being such a blast.

Then you throw in the fabulous parties, lots of friends and extra lights around the whole island and it is just simply the best time of year in the best place on Earth. I can honestly say I miss it the most I ever have this month. There is just really nothing like ice skating in Rockefeller Center or Central Park and drinking City Bakery's hot chocolate while you shop in Chelsea with your girls. If you ever have a chance to go during the Christmas season, take it!

Xoxo