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(Message started by: Gator on May 2nd, 2007, 4:48pm)
Title: I Love New York!
Post by Gator on May 2nd, 2007, 4:48pm
Several people have asked about our trip to New York to see our son, Zack, perform at Carnegie Hall.  I've been holding off on posting an update until I got pictures developed.  We took 11 rolls :P  and of course none of them were marked as to what was on what roll.   A picture is worth a thousand words, so here is some of our trip to New York and Carnegie Hall:

http://gatorspics.shutterfly.com

Eric met us at the airport and welcomed us to New York.  It was so great seeing you again, bro.

http://shim1.shutterfly.com/procgserv/47b7da31b3127cce98548a0306be00000017108IaOHDlu2bI

It is not allowed to take pictures inside Carnegie Hall, but we took this before we were told not to:

http://shim1.shutterfly.com/procgserv/47b7da03b3127cce98548a082fe800000017108IaOHDlu2bI

Zack Performed at 9:30 with the Wind Ensemble and again at 11:30 with the Orchestra.  We didn't want to get kicked out, so we obeyed the rules during the Wind Ensemble performance, but some other parent took these pictures of the stage at Carnegie Hall:

http://shim1.shutterfly.com/procgserv/47b7db20b3127cce98548af01ab000000017108IaOHDlu2bI

and the Orchestra on the stage.

http://shim1.shutterfly.com/procgserv/47b7db20b3127cce98548af39b8300000017108IaOHDlu2bI

The Carnegie Hall staff immediately warned them not to take any more pics.

Our musician, Zack

http://shim1.shutterfly.com/procgserv/47b7da03b3127cce98548af5ae2500000017108IaOHDlu2bI

The Stillwater High School Wind Ensemble

http://shim1.shutterfly.com/procgserv/47b7da31b3127cce98548a0e878300000017108IaOHDlu2bI

Jane on Times Square

http://shim1.shutterfly.com/procgserv/47b7da31b3127cce98548a0a878700000017108IaOHDlu2bI

Me at Battery Park

http://shim1.shutterfly.com/procgserv/47b7da03b3127cce98548af62f1600000017108IaOHDlu2bI

I'll be adding pics as we get more film developed and y'all can look at them as you see fit, but I have to say this:  The people we met on the streets of New York were very nice and helpful when we had to stop and ask for directions here or there. We never took a cab, we either walked, rode the trains or rode the subways.  Never once did we feel nervous or threatened walking around or riding the trains and subways.  I know New York has it's bad side as does any city large or small, but the Big Apple was on her best behavior for the three days we were there.  We loved New York and we will return there someday to see the things we missed.
Title: Re: I Love New York!
Post by Jonny on May 2nd, 2007, 4:51pm
[smiley=headbanger.gif]
Title: Re: I Love New York!
Post by Rosybabe on May 2nd, 2007, 4:52pm
cool pics! Congratulations for your son, He sure is talented, not everyone performs at Carnegie  ;)
Title: Re: I Love New York!
Post by LeLimey on May 2nd, 2007, 4:53pm
Thats a lovely pic of you in Times Square Mike, really looks like you are thoroughly enjoying yourself!

Who is Erin? Is this something we should know about?!  ;)

I love the Jane at bubba gumps2 pic too, that's just how I always see her in my head... looking impish!

Hurry up and post the rest already!  ;;D
Title: Re: I Love New York!
Post by BMoneeTheMoneeMan on May 2nd, 2007, 5:13pm
Dude, those pics are awesome.  You parents must be proud.

Those pics bring back memories.  I used to live right there in battery park city.  I used to go walking on that same path by the river.  

PF wishes
B$

PS, how did your head treat you whilst you were there?
Title: Re: I Love New York!
Post by Jackie on May 2nd, 2007, 5:27pm
Great pictures, Gator......a trip to remember for sure!!!

Thanks for sharing.

Jacks 8)
Title: Re: I Love New York!
Post by Gator on May 2nd, 2007, 5:39pm

on 05/02/07 at 17:13:57, BMoneeTheMoneeMan wrote:
PS, how did your head treat you whilst you were there?


Its weird, I usually get hit 3 - 5 times per day.  On this trip, I got hit once on the flight to New York and once on the flight home.  I never got hit one time while we were in New York.  

The one on the trip home ramped up faster than the trex shot could kill it, so it kind of freaked out a flight attendant and a passenger across the aisle from us.  They were asking if I was alright and if there was something they could do.  Jane just waved them off saying I had taken medication for the attack and the best thing to do was to leave me alone.  

The beast tried to make up for lost time once we got home, but it was a glorious three days.
Title: Re: I Love New York!
Post by Racer1_NC on May 2nd, 2007, 5:41pm
Maybe the necktie did it...... ;;D
Title: Re: I Love New York!
Post by Langa on May 2nd, 2007, 5:52pm

on 05/02/07 at 17:41:11, Racer1_NC wrote:
Maybe the necktie did it...... ;;D


Perhaps the pollution did it.  LOL.  Either way, I'm glad you got a break.  Glad you liked the Big Apple.  Congrats to your son!

Langa
Title: Re: I Love New York!
Post by Kevin_M on May 2nd, 2007, 7:40pm
Glad you and Jane did some New York for the occasion.  Congratulations again to Zack for getting to Carnegie Hall!





You and Eric together look like ZZ Top meeting Lou Reed in NY, if they cleaned up real well.   :)
Title: Re: I Love New York!
Post by Brewcrew on May 2nd, 2007, 7:55pm
How f'n cool is that?

I tell ya, Mike - I got honest-to-God goosebumps looking at those pics. Even though Zack and I have never met, please tell him how proud I am. And envious.
Title: Re: I Love New York!
Post by JeffB on May 2nd, 2007, 8:05pm
Very cool! [smiley=thumbsup.gif]
Title: Re: I Love New York!
Post by Gator on May 2nd, 2007, 8:13pm
OMG  WOW!!!  I just now got this.  Apparently, someone DID take a picture of the Wind Ensemble on stage.  The little red arrow at the bottom right of the picture points to Zack.

http://shim1.shutterfly.com/procgserv/47b7db23b3127cce98548afe336200000017108IaOHDlu2bI



Thanks for the compliments, everyone.  Yes, we are proud of him.  Zack is just knocked out that so many people would be interested in him and also says thank you.
Title: Re: I Love New York!
Post by lionsound on May 2nd, 2007, 9:33pm
Congratulations, Zack! Way to go!

Thanks for the pics! Those are some proud parents!

Look at you and Jane enjoying the Big City!:D



(hi, E! :))
Title: Re: I Love New York!
Post by Jimi on May 2nd, 2007, 10:37pm
Great pics Gator! Brought back some good memories. I know you and Jane are proud.
Title: Re: I Love New York!
Post by George_J on May 3rd, 2007, 1:46am
Been wondering how the trip went, Mike.  Great to see all the photos.  Thank you.

Kudos, and congratulations, Zack.   :)

Best wishes,

George
Title: Re: I Love New York!
Post by sandie99 on May 3rd, 2007, 2:51am
I just loved those pictures! :)
Thank you so much for sharing them with us.

And once again, congratulations to Zach!

PF wishes,
Sanna
Title: Re: I Love New York!
Post by zwibbs/Scott on May 3rd, 2007, 4:44am
Sorry we could not meet up, but it was good to speak with you
Title: Re: I Love New York!
Post by barry_sword on May 3rd, 2007, 7:00am
You look so proud, congrats to Zack.

 Barry
Title: ew.Re: I Love New York!
Post by andrewjb on May 3rd, 2007, 7:08am
:), you look good on it gator. well done zack. andrew.
Title: Re: I Love New York!
Post by Redd on May 3rd, 2007, 7:11am
So many wonderful memories for all of you.  Proud parents and an even prouder Zack...the excitement on his face more than glows.  

Can't wait to see more pictures.
Title: Re: I Love New York!
Post by BarbaraD on May 3rd, 2007, 7:57am
Congrats Gator to your whole family. And NY is a great place to visit. Glad you had fun.

And glad the beast left you alone to enjoy your time there.

Now back to reality..... :P

Hugs BD
Title: Re: I Love New York!
Post by BB on May 3rd, 2007, 9:13am

Thanks for posting the piccies Gator !

Its wonderful as parents to see your children doing well, isnt it?

I can just imagine how proud you must have felt sitting in Carnegie Hall listening to and watching your son played.

Well done to Zac too. It takes a lot of practice, hard work, dedication and talent to get to that stage. CONGRATULATION and may you enjoy a life long joy that music brings.

Hugs


Annette
Title: Re: I Love New York!
Post by Charlotte on May 3rd, 2007, 9:34am
Thank you for sharing this with us.

Good job, Zack!

Gator, you will be broke when you finish getting the film  developed.

Charlotte
Title: Re: I Love New York!
Post by Yorky on May 3rd, 2007, 11:06am
[smiley=thumb.gif]..well done zack...
Title: Re: I Love New York!
Post by thomas on May 3rd, 2007, 11:52am
What a great experience for all of those kids and parents.  Those memories will be savored by you all for years to come.  
Title: Re: I Love New York!
Post by E-Double on May 3rd, 2007, 2:43pm
It was great seeing you if only for a brief time.
So glad you had a great NY experience!


E
Title: Re: I Love New York!
Post by Sandy_C on May 3rd, 2007, 4:40pm
What a wonderful experience for Zack, and you and Jane.  Congratulations - Zack is a very talented young man.

Keep posting those pics!  I like the Bubba Gump ones of Jane, too!

Sandy
Title: Re: I Love New York!
Post by midwestbeth on May 3rd, 2007, 5:15pm
Gator,

Great Pics!  Congratulations to Zach.  You should be very proud.

Beth

P.S.  Glad you had a pf trip  :D.
Title: Re: I Love New York!
Post by aprilbee on May 3rd, 2007, 5:21pm
An Okie in the big city...I'm so jealous!  and Proud!

Glad things went awesome on your trip!  Welcome home glad you got here safely!

Congrats to Zack....what an accomplishment!  :D
Title: Re: I Love New York!
Post by Charlie on May 4th, 2007, 1:21am
Great pictures Mike and what a proud thing for allya yuz!

Terrific going Zach.

I'm glad you had such a good time. New York is all tourists. 8) It's a great place to walk off flab so long as you avoid the Pastrami.  :D

Charlie


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