This year for Lala’s birthday we decided to ditch the party and go on a family vacation- best decision ever. Usually we’re running around getting things ready for a party, but being on vacation relaxing, swimming, soaking up the sun was just as celebratory for her. It was actually her idea to go to Orlando.

I don’t know if it’s the Youtube, but she always wanted to go to Florida, out of all places, and Cali lol. So, Sekou and I are happy that we were able to gift her that. we stayed at such a cool resort that had a waterpark, so we stayed in the lazy river, on water slides, splash pad, and the pool.

Initially we weren’t going to do Disney, because we said Lizzy was too little, and we would wait until she got older, but we said eff it lets surprise her on her birthday. We literally waited till we pulled up to the gates to tell her we’re at Disney (She couldn’t believe it). We’re the parents that waits till the very last moment to let the kids no about the exact plans, because no one is distraught if plans don’t go as plan or we have to make changes, plus who wants kids asking them a million times “so when are we going to Disney” ( I know my parents get it lol)

Everyone wish Lala a Happy Belated 7th Birthday, she loves it here!!!

Last week we visited the Lincoln Center for story time. visiting “The Green” at the Lincoln center was on my list of things to do with the girls this summer, and it didn’t disappoint. The area is filled with green grass, you can relax, eat, the kids can run etc. The walls are filled with greenery too, and it has curve liked ends, so it’s something like a ramp; all the kids were literally running up it and sliding down- yes it’s as horrific as it sounds.

Overall its such a cool spot to visit with the family or by yourself. They host events as well. The Lincoln Center is near central park so if you’re feeling adventurous like we were you can take the train a couple stops and go to the Central Park Zoo (a post for another day). In the meantime, check out some of our pictures below.

5 Things you can do at the Lincoln Center

1. Have a picnic with the kiddies
2. Date night with your partner
3. Attend one of the Lincoln Center events
4. Have lunch with empanadas from the food stand on the green.
5. Visit Central park next door.

The granite slide in Central Park has been on my list of things to do with the kids for a couple of years now. I cannot believe this was actually our first time. Thankfully my mom had an appointment nearby, and we were able to stop by. The kids really had such a great time. The only downside was that there’s sand, and both of the girls had on their crocs. Both of them hated that part, but thanks for the sprinklers, we were able to take care of that.

Next time we go I will bring a little cardboard, as I seen others do, so that we’re able to go down the slide a little faster. This little gem in the heart of central park, has me so excited to find more things for the kids to do this summer. Believe it or not so many people I’ve spoken to haven’t even been inside Central Park before; I hope this inspires you to go. I’m so upset that they closed down Victorian Gardens amusement park they had in there, there’s even a zoo. Can you believe Central Park is so big they even had an amusement park. Get to Central Park y’all if y’all haven’t. I think I’m going to add a picnic in Central Park for my summer activities.

I was able to take some pictures; I posted below. I also love me a good self timer, and thanks to the good Samaritans that’s always offering to take pictures for me. The kids had a great time, as you can see on their faces, if you’re nearby take the kids, I think they”ll like it.

This past weekend my family and I recently visited the Seaglass carousel located in Battery Park, and stopped to have some lunch. A great weekend always consist of having family time. A lot of times we’re all so busy throughout the week, but we gotta stop and spend time with the ones you love the most. Living in NYC means there’s always something to do. If you want to have an impromptu lunch date, there are thousands of restaurants to choose from. If you want to partake in some activities NYC got you.

The sea glass carousel has been one of our favorite carousels in the city. So happy we finally brought the little one to visit. Lala has been twice already (Here, and Here) . They both had such a great time despite it being one of the hottset days ever.

Speaking of the heat. I don’t know what’s going on these days. Ever since I had Lizzy, I sweat uncontrollably when its hot out, i’m really not sure what that’s about, but somethings gotta give. I said I’m not going outside if it’s more than 84 degrees, that’s the cap. I even went and got be a handheld fan for the next time the heat wanna play with me like that lol.

This past weekend we visited Coney Art Walls for a 112 concert. Coney Art Walls is an outdoor museum of street art curated by Joseph J. Sitt & Jeffrey Deitch. it’s where streett artist are able to showcase their art on freestanding walls throughout the section a section in Coney island. I usually visit Coney island for the amusment park, but it was nice to have a different experience this time.

During the summer they’re hosted concerts. I believe every week there’s a different artist that performs. Last weekend it was 112. Tickets started at $50. I would definitely recommend going if you want a nice vibe. it was R&B night when we went, and the DJ’s played all the old schools songs, and if you know me you know I love me some R&B. 112 performance was blah, but their catalog made up for it. After the concert we walked the boardwalk, and got on a roller coaster. I cannot believe that they convinced me to get on the Thunderbolt, go look at the picture lol, the thrill level is extreme. I don’t even do roller coasters, but I have to say overall I rate this day 10/10.