Just enjoyed a whirlwind week with DD visiting home. We had a wedding on Sunday - dear friends of ours middle daughter got married and of course invited DD. (two cousins had weddings in Florida right near DD and neither invited her @@) It was outdoors under a tent - very warm but it was a lovely time. They had an afterparty and had shuttle service, so we decided to stay over night so DH didn't have to drive. Lots of fun. Then Monday we went into NYC,(stayed at the Marriott Marquis, and saw The Broadway Princess Party at 54 Below. our seats were practically on the stage - the lineup was fantastic - original Belle from Broadway Susan Eagan, who also was voice of Meg in Disney's Hercules, Liz Callaway- original singing voice of Anastasia in the animated movie & Jasmine in the two Aladdin sequels, Laura Osnes - Cinderella on Broadway (among other shows!) Courtney Reed-original Jasmine in Aladdin on Broadway, and Christy Altomare- Anastasia on Broadway. Special guests were a bunch of Broadway princes! Derek Klena from Anastasia on Broadway, Adam Jacobs- the original Aladdin on Broadway, Corey Cott (from Gigi, Bandstand, & replacement in Newsies) and our all time favorite Jeremy Jordan (Jack Kelly in Newsies, Clyde in Bonnie & Clyde, and Supergirl & SMASH on tv, among other things)
We've followed Jeremy's career for years, and DD was thrilled to see him - he saw her and said "HEY SWEETIE, you're here!!!" and patted her arm. (DH & I were at a concert the week before & he was teasing that she wasn't in attendance) She was so excited he recognized her! If you get a chance, look on YOUTUBE for "Broadway Princess Party" and you can see some clips! The one with Laura Osnes and Jeremy & Corey Ten Mintues Ago/Agony mashup you can see DH & I on the right of the video. (stage left) lol)
Tuesday we went to Afternoon Tea at The Plaza with friends - then walked in Central Park & down 5th Avenue. It was gorgeous out! Perfect week with our Disney Princess - flew back to Fantasyland last night! I'll be down in three weeks to do some "mom stuff" for her.
Keep well, all!