Saturday in the Northeast area of the country was not a very nice day, however, the morning found us on a train into New York City - my daughter's dance team was competing at the Manhattan Center Theater, so rain or no rain, off to the big city we went!

I am always in awe when I arrive at Grand Central Station - and usually, I head right for the taxi stand...however, with 17 of us traveling together, a taxi was not an option....so, umbrelllas up, and off we went! Off walking into Times Square...and then down 8th Avenue to 34th Street and the competition. I was very proud of myself for not only walking all that way, but leading the pack! This would have not happened pre-band!

The competition was amazing, and after, we walked back to Times Square for dinner, and then back to Grand Central...we were all soaking wet (major downpours, chilly temps and high winds) and the rain-soaked clothing added extra pounds to the walk. However, I walked...and walked...and walked...and never fell behind, not once did the group have to wait for me, and not once did I feel like my weight was holding me back from enjoying a day in the city with my friends!

I am so looking forward to another day in Manhattan - however, I really would like it to be a warm, sunny day this next time around!