After classes on the final day, I took Lainey out for some true sightseeing. I knew I'd regret having visited New York and NOT having visited the 9-11 Memorial, so that's what we did. We toured the "One World" observation tower and then went to the 9-11 Museum...it was moving and I was a bit emotional but I'm SO glad we did it. And I'm glad I took Lainey. It's important for her to know what happened in 2001.
One of the major highlights of our trip to NYC was riding on the subway...
I must say, Lainey and I rode the subway one time BY OURSELVES and didn't get lost. I think we deserve a pat on the back. :)
Lainey and her friend Emerson
acting bananas on the subway...thank you, citizens of NYC, for not taking this particular line at this time of day
the Oculus (an underground mall!)
at the 9-11 Memorial (one of the tower sites...)
at the other tower site...
on our way up the 102nd floor of the One World Observatory Tower
beautiful view from the One World Observatory Tower
some baseball fields (for Walker to see)
I thought these rooftop decks were super cool and fancy.
New York City
SO dense!
the two tower sites
I took Lainey to the 9-11 Museum, as well. It was beautiful but so quiet, and dark.
The original staircase was particularly emotional for me.
As were some of the original "missing persons" posters...
the "Last Column" :(
all of those who lost their lives
Lainey's name...with a cross (over Texas on the map of the United States)
remnants of the foundation, with some of the first photos of the event
more remnants of the foundation
Back to reality...Lainey is ready for the closing gala.
Our studio is celebrating because they won "Studio of the Year" and it was such a big deal!
There's Lainey celebrating...at 12:30 a.m.! I was viewing the celebrations from the room!
Congratulations, Dance Industry! :) What a way to close out our trip to New York City!
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