An Engaging First Trip to New York City
One of my fondest memories of visiting New York City for the first time is my last meal in Manhattan. The loud noises, the people, the honking, the buildings — it can all be somewhat overwhelming, especially to someone like me who comes from fields and fields of corn. As I sat scarfing down a huge Chipotle chicken burrito (walking in New York makes you really hungry), I started to feel a bit anxious. Yet, amid the hustle and bustle, I heard a soothing voice that sounded all too familiar. As I sat in that small booth, in a city so foreign to me, June Carter Cash sweetly piped through the speakers. Instantly, I felt better. “Keep on the sunny side, always on the sunny side,” I quietly sang to myself. I have to admit, I’ve never felt more at home than in that tiny booth in Times Square.
However, my most exciting adventure took place at the Empire State Building. Fortunately, I was not struck by any taxis amidst my continuous gawking and “ahh”-ing at the enormous buildings and advertisements. Looking out from the observation deck, it was beautiful and like nothing I had ever experienced. I then looked over at my boyfriend and he was down on one knee with a beautiful ring. What?! (I was having a Faith Hill moment.) This was totally unexpected and I was speechless. Luckily, I managed a feeble “Yes.” At this point, my heart was pounding, my palms sweating, I was in New York and … now engaged! And though I don’t plan to move (or really even visit) there anytime soon, I will never forget my first trip to New York City.
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sunkie says:
Awe, how romantic. It sounds like you had a wonderful trip. I loved the incident in the dinner where you were feeling overwhelmed. Then, Carter came on and you began humming. You see Whitney, you can’t ever really take the country out of the girl. Being brought up where corn fields were your cradle, is where you heart shall always stay. You speak often of your roots and where you came from and this is something that many people sometimes fight to get away from. You in your writing have found a sweet balance and this is how the readers connect to your writings. I love to read about you antics for they are from the heart and so down to earth. You open my eyes a little more each time that I read your material. Congratulations
Nick says:
Hey Whintney my teacher is your dad,Mr.Self,and he told us about you getting engaged CONGADULATIONS!My grilfriend Emma has already talked to you mabey you remember her.Your dad is great man and you are anything like him than you are a great person to!And your soon to be husband is very lucky.
Nick Carmean says:
Oh my gosh. That was the best written report about romance i have ever heard. Also it is a true tale not fantasy. You are a great writer and i admire that. i have always wondered how awesome it would be to become a writer. i use to wanna be a sports writer but my stuff is not nearly as good as yours…and yes my teacher is none other than your dad Mr. Self. He is a very good teacher but he gets off track alot. Haha more like all the time. Although he does and acts like a dumb person…he is very intelligent and VERY funny. The comment above this one is nick polston’s another one of his students. He is a cool kid and really strong. Not the best speller though. haha just kidding he has big success coming his way and i think i do too. Well i hope you read the comment and enjoyed as much as i enjoyed your blog…….thanks
Nick Casper Carmean
JEFF & BRENDA says:
WE are thrilled for you and Chris.Your blog is like a mini love story in print. here is to a life full of love and happiness, family and friends!!!!!!
Chelsea Keefe says:
Whitney i see you have alot of comments from your dad’s grade school students and yes i am another your dad is great and if your anything like him i’m sure you have high hopes and huge dreams! (and just so you know your dad talks about you and Ethan constantly and mean it like non-stop!!!!!lol!!! But don’t nothing bad!!!) i also heard your engaged, Congrats! Your dad was very Happy about that and still is well i have to go so good luck!!!!! : )