Hello NYC!!!!

Yes Shelton's I have a bathroom.  It's nice and clean too.

This is the view from my window.  There is a cute little market right across the street.

This is my 47 lb bag unpacked and everything fit perfectly

I can’t believe this day is finally here!  It’s crazy to me that it came so soon and crazy how clearly the hand of God has been in this journey so far!  Here is a good example...I had given up on the idea of someone to stay at my apartment while I was gone but Sunday I met with a sweet girl from church named Edika, who was interested in having a place away from her family so she could spend some time alone seeking the Lord and getting some answers.  Well, as we talked, it was clear to me that everything had unfolded at just the right time and the circumstances were perfect for us both.  Thankfully she has agreed to stay at my place. So that is a huge blessing and provision.   One thing I have learned already is that it’s all about timing…not my timing of course, but God’s perfect timing.  

Yesterday was a crazy day of packing, re-packing saying bye to Sutton and getting everything in order for me to leave.  Once I felt like my apartment was ready for Edika and after Clare helped me cut the ridiculous amount of clothing to fit in my suitcase to half, I went out to Mama and Papa’s for a yummy dinner and good family time.  Heather, Scott and the boys were there and I loved seeing my whole family before I left.  One thing that made it so special was when Papa asked us all to get in a circle so everyone could pray over me.  How blessed am I to be sent off with prayers from my whole family.  Even Jake and Jonah said a sweet prayer for me.  I love it and I love my family.   Again, this morning, Mom and Pop sent me off with sweet words and lots of love.  It was more emotional for me than I thought but I think that’s just because I have no idea what’s next so it’s a little scary but oh so exciting! 

So, with all that being said, I finally arrived at JFK airport today at 1:15 PM  and then arrived at my new summer home in Washington Heights at 3:30 PM.  I took the Air train from the JFK to the subway system and then got on the subway and rode it all the way up to 175^th street.  That took 2 whole hours!  It was an interesting adventure getting to my place but I’m here!  I’m here and I can’t believe it!  I get to spend two months in the city that I love!  My apartment is really nice, and in a good area with lots of things to do around it.

I have no idea what I’m going do from day to day but I know my first priority is getting a job.  Ideal, would be a cute little coffee shop like Dean and Deluca or a little bookstore.  I am going to explore the area and see what I can find.

This is my room for the summer

This is what they call a closet here!  LOL

Until next time...Miss Gulley