So, I slept for one hour before my flight. I get in a cab and the cab driver is chatty Cathy for the whole 30 minutes to airport. Not only is he a cab driver...he's a doctor, a chef, and a preacher to all things Indian! I now know how to cure cancer, diabetes, and control my cholesterol. All you need is garlic, something else, and something else. I know how to make curry chicken. I know that he was on his way home to go to the gay club by his house, then he dropped two girls off by my apartment and he said, "Then I wouldn't have found you!" Yay. I'm so glad you did. It's 3:30 in the morning, sir. I'm glad you offered to buy me a hot tea, but I just want to get to JFK.
The flights are good. I made friends with the stewards on board. Of course! ;) They even offered me a seat closer to the door on my second flight! I arrive in Florida! Yay! I can already hear the ocean calling my name! I walk outside and the automatic doors open and I hear, "Hey, you're pretty." It was the voice-over on the doors! Hahahaha! Too funny! I wonder if it's something that goes off every five minutes, or if there is someone watching on a camera and randomly plays this when women walk through. I liked it!
I go to get the rental car and the teller is from Brooklyn! I'm thinking, perfect! I'll just schmooze him over and maybe he'll give me a better car! So, of course, I schmooze away! We're talking about New York, Florida, how I should move here, blah, blah. He says, "I actually have a great convertible for you." Yes! I reply, "Really? Fantastic!" He says, "Yeah, it's normally an extra $50 a day, but I'll give it to you for $25 extra a day." What?? No! He tries to sell me all kinds of stuff. Sir, I live in New York and I'm the cheapest person alive. You can't convince me of anything. I say, "Don't you have anything for the price I already paid for?" Please don't waste anymore of my time. I have things to do, places to go, people to see. I wasted my time schmoozing you, so now, I have to go! ;)
Can I just tell you, when I got in the car and started driving, I felt so different. This place does something to your attitude! You can never be in a bad mood here! The sun is always shining. The palm trees are beautiful. The people are so different than New York--in a good way. It's a great change of pace!
I'm staying with a family friend, who is fantastic. Since being here, I've met some really great people! For my first meal, I ate at Cote de France Cafe in Boca. Boca is amazing! There is a shopping area called Mizner Park. Fabulous! It's really funny because I'm wearing jeans, boots, a black top and a colorful scarf. Everyone else is dressed in Tommy Bahama--bright colors, linen, cotton, etc. Needless to say, I stood out a bit. It's so much more casual down here and I forgot that when packing. I love it though!
I had to go to Target. Do you know how excited I was when I saw a large bottle of Dawn dish detergent for $1.99?? And scrapbooking materials for 99 cents?? I haven't seen the words 99 cents in about six months. NOR have I stepped foot in a Target in about the same amount of time. I love that place! I wanted to spend all day there! They had so many cute things!
Can I just tell you, the red lights here are ridiculous. You sit for at least four minutes at a red light. It's so frustrating. The driving isn't as slow going as I anticipated. People are actually a bit crazy around here! It's great! ;) I'm a crazy driver too, so I fit in!
I ate lunch at the Whale's Rib. We ate here in September when the ladies in my life vacationed here! The place is so good! Their specialty is a fried dolphin sandwich! And their whale chips, with whale juice. I know what you're thinking. Whale juice? Yeah, sounds gross, but is oh-so-tasty!
Tonight I go out with some people I met today to a place called, Table 42. It's $5 burger night! Whew hew! Five bucks for a burger? And they are huge! Not to mention delicious! The ambience is very modern and clean, with a trendy, urban twist. It's a great place for all ages! My martini was great, the burger was amazing. And can I please tell you about the sweet potato fries? Oh my goodness! You think the ones at the Iowa State Fair are good? Please. These are insane! I could have eaten those all night long! The chocolate cake we ordered was delectable, and the cappuccino was great! Yeah, I ate a lot. But it was worth it! I had a great time!
Note to self: Even if you're tired, try not to be a brat. Although you're frustrated about some things, don't take it out on the people you love. Suck it up, grow up, and get over yourself. After you throw a bit of a tantrum, you quickly realize what a complete brat you have been. And although slightly embarrassed about your poor attitude, don't be ungrateful!
Can I just tell you, the red lights here are ridiculous. You sit for at least four minutes at a red light. It's so frustrating. The driving isn't as slow going as I anticipated. People are actually a bit crazy around here! It's great! ;) I'm a crazy driver too, so I fit in!
I ate lunch at the Whale's Rib. We ate here in September when the ladies in my life vacationed here! The place is so good! Their specialty is a fried dolphin sandwich! And their whale chips, with whale juice. I know what you're thinking. Whale juice? Yeah, sounds gross, but is oh-so-tasty!
Tonight I go out with some people I met today to a place called, Table 42. It's $5 burger night! Whew hew! Five bucks for a burger? And they are huge! Not to mention delicious! The ambience is very modern and clean, with a trendy, urban twist. It's a great place for all ages! My martini was great, the burger was amazing. And can I please tell you about the sweet potato fries? Oh my goodness! You think the ones at the Iowa State Fair are good? Please. These are insane! I could have eaten those all night long! The chocolate cake we ordered was delectable, and the cappuccino was great! Yeah, I ate a lot. But it was worth it! I had a great time!
Note to self: Even if you're tired, try not to be a brat. Although you're frustrated about some things, don't take it out on the people you love. Suck it up, grow up, and get over yourself. After you throw a bit of a tantrum, you quickly realize what a complete brat you have been. And although slightly embarrassed about your poor attitude, don't be ungrateful!