The Triumphant Return of Sparks!

I woke up feeling much better this morning, although still a bit weak. Not eating for a day doesn't agree with me. But I did manage to stay pretty well hydrated and so far the stomach seems to be holding it's own today. I do admit that the day of torturous vomiting took a lot out of me energy wise. But sustenance today seems to have given me a bit of energy to pursue packing at last. (La, la, la, la! Going to see Ming! Yay!)

I also picked up my rental car--I have to drive to Jacksonville airport ass early tomorrow morning to catch my flight. It's really ridiculous, but Gainesville doesn't have a regular shuttle service to the airport. Talk about annoying! Fortunately I get a discounted rate for the rental car since I'm an employee of the state of Florida.

So, I've been going through my guide book to New York marking down places I want to visit/check out. A definite priority is Toys in Babeland. I've been a loyal customer of theirs for several years now and they take care of all my electronic self-pleasuring needs, so I feel it incumbent upon me to go visit their main store and gush about how much they rock. And maybe pick up a toy or two....

Next on the list are the many fun and unique bookstores that sound appealing to me. I never go on a trip without coming back with an armful of new books. What can I say, once an English nerd, always an English nerd.

My shopping fantasy while in New York revolves around bling (of course). Not the real stuff mind you, but something shiny and fantastic. I'm envisioning a pair of super cool sneakers with swarovski crystals on them...I shall be on the hunt for these elusive fantasy shoes. But if that doesn't pan out maybe a sparkly new pair of sunglasses or a funky new purse could assuage my need for the shiny.

I shall return with tales and hopefully pics of NYC to share with one and all!