A couple of weekends ago Gary and I went to New York for a long weekend together to watch the US Open Tennis.
We have been before and so did more non tourist stuff this time but couldn't resist going up the Empire State again. Last time we went up it was night time as we went up to the top of the World Trade Centre during the day in 2000. If you look closely at the picture above you can see the Statue of Liberty.
I really enjoyed the tennis. Most of you know that I'm not a huge tennis fan but the combination of Americans, their love of sport and the hot weather made for a great evening. We watched Nadal and Venus Williams play matches until 1.30 in the morning!
Gary was extra pleased as we saw John Mcenroe and Andy Murray up close.
I also found the shop whose cook bookes inspired my cupcake obsession. Magnolia Bakery. Of course we sampled some....... Yummy!