Guess You Just Had To Be There

I was shopping at target with my sister Jamie today.  Well actually I was on the phone with her, but we were still shopping together.  I was asking for advise on mascara.  I don’t ever wear mascara, because in my past experiences my eyes get watery, itchy  and my lashes fall out WAY more normal. In the end I decided not to make a purchase.  Jamie’s advise was very helpful, because she has tried so many different kinds, so if anyone reading this has any suggestions, that would be helpful.

Enough about mascara, the real joy and discovery of my shopping trip was this…

Okay, I know what you are thinking!  Whippty Doo…you found yourself a 2 litre of Coca Cola at Target.  As if you can’t find that at Targets across America!  But take a closer look at the lid…

It’s KOSHER Coke.  This means NO high fructose corn syrup. During Passover, Jewish families cannot have any corn products in their homes, so Coca Cola manufactures this product especially for them.  How awesome is that? I haven’t tried it yet, but I am hoping that it is similar to the coke products that I’ve had overseas.  So Yummy….

I got off the G train at Smith and 9th St. stop, pleasantly awaiting there was my friend in her red coat; Jessica. It was a beautiful Saturday morning, and my anticipation of this cafe was heightened by the hour fight with the weekend construction schedule of the New York Subway lines. But alas, I finally arrived at my destination. When we walked up to the entrance of “Le Petit Cafe” I closed out the busy industry that was surrounding me, and simply allowed myself to take a deep breath and step into the hidden french villa. I loved this place. The food was delish, but it was the atmosphere that brought me here.

Great Curb appeal!  With the yellow awning and little details, I really began to forget that I was in the middle of a bustling city.

There were candles, beautiful stone, a relaxing water wall, real plants, and fresh flowers.  Jessica and I sat on a wooden bench, that resembled a tree log.

It was rustic, yet elegant, like a villa hidden away in a forest.

This was the chandelier that hung above us.  The ceiling let in a lot of natural light.

Jessica’s coffee, my cappuccino, and the most lovely YELLOW flowers made this morning extra special for us.  That is Jessica’s red coat adding the perfect splash of color to this picture.  Thank you Jessica for a wonderful Saturday morning!