if the moon's a balloon

hey friends. it's been about a week since i moved to nyc. i remember how nervous i was when i began writing about my experience in the city at this time last year. not so many nerves this time around :)

i am happily settled into my new apartment, which is nestled in "america's first suburb," brooklyn heights. it's lovely - a short walk to the promenade, beautiful brownstones, and easy access to the brooklyn bridge. far enough away from the hustle of manhattan to be relaxing, but close enough that i can get to the heart of it all in a matter of minutes.

today was my second day at work. i'll be working on the diageo account again, specifically smirnoff and baileys. promises to be a great time, just like it was last summer. it was so refreshing to see the familiar faces of the great team i worked with again - and to think that now i'm a real part of that team!

here are a couple things i've found to fall in love with in the city so far:

1. dogs. shocker, i know. i've loved dogs forever, and the fact that literally everyone has one here doesn't hurt.

the fat chihuahua is especially favored

2. 4 train entertainment. whether it's street musicians or just plain crazy folk, it's always a good time on the 4. check out this guy i saw today with the largest suitcase in the world. it was not on wheels. i couldn't even get the whole thing in the frame.

despite the fact that he is staring right at me, he has no clue this picture is being taken. thanks iphone.

3. a space to call my own. while it may not look like much yet, my desk will be my home base during the crazy days at work. can't wait to turn this blank canvas into a masterpiece of files, folders, paper clips and a personal photo or two.

now i just have to work on getting them to give me a mac...