New York, New York

Well, having survived a flight that seemed to last FOREVER, I made it into New York - bleary eyed and a bit worse for wear. I think there are massive amounts of germs circulating on long haul flights and next time I might try a full-body condom or some such to keep them at bay!

I have walked and walked and walked some more to try and familiarise myself with at least some of the city. I survived the madness that is Times Square ...

(No need to ever do that again ...!)

I was lucky enough to catch a show that I missed when it came to Australia ...

... and yes, it really is as marvellous as everyone says! Mind boggling costumes - I was gob-smacked.

My main aim was to get to the art museums here but when I went to hit up MOMA, the queue was cray-cray and my feet were sore so I put it on the back burner for now. I am planning the better part of a day at the Met though ... 

This is a really friendly city and once you get the hang of the pedestrian crossings the traffic is manageable - although I would never attempt to drive in it - what's with all the horn tooting??

I am pacing myself nicely, taking care of my poor knee (yay for anti-inflammatories).

For the jewellery makers out there - I visited the jewellery district today and had an awesome time picking through some vintage stuff at one place and went oo and ah at others! Time now for a cup of tea (in my delightful digs), a foot soak and to plot a plan of attack for the Met!