Building the Reborns Gundam

One of my most favorite hobbies is to build gundam models. I build them from small individual parts, which make joints, the frame, and extremities. Technically building these models is like building a mechanical puzzle. The manuals come in Japanese, but anyone can follow the pictures, they are very detailed in putting the pieces together. I also like to detail my gundams (outlining, painting). In this model I took a risk. I painted the yellow parts with gold acrylic paint (shoulder, waist piece, helmet detail). The original piece color was yellow, a mustard hue, which looked ok, but I wanted something better for this amazing model. I didn't think it would look so great. The next big risk was the Jewel piece in the chest. Making the right hue of purple was difficult but I think I got the correct one. I didn't want to use the sticker because I wanted more detail. The tough part was applying the paint. The streaks from the brush were hard to get rid off, but after applying a few coats it looked a little better. I also painted the back of the shield silver instead of gray, which I regret, as now the back of the shield looks messy from the friction. Oh well. I will post a brief review of the finished model soon.

Aboard the Queen of Hearts

If you can't tell from this pic we had a few drinks already. Before we got onboard we went to this bar in Christopher. It was a 2 rounds of margaritas, and more rounds onboard. I have to say though, the drink onboard were mad expensive! Is better to drink before the trip. The boat is separated into the dinning room, the common room, and the dance floor. The music in the dance floor was pretty good actually, and everyone was having fun.

City lights

Tom had the great idea to take a trip aboard the Queen of Hearts. This ships leaves every Sunday from Pier 40. The boat serves food (included in the ticket price) and a beautiful sight of the city at night. This shot reminds me why I love this city so much, its just breathtaking. In it I find my fun and my friends. What is better than that? I live for these details.

Queens b-day

Time to crash another party! Lol. This party at Atlantis, was the party of a friend of a friend of Nandi's (go figure). We meet us with Carlos as well (he's taking this pic), and we had a lot of fun. After dancing for hours in Atlantis, we went along the strip bar hopping. This picture was taken at "Recuerdos." As you can see, we are pass trashed, lol, something not uncommon. After the night was over we took the "C" back to Manhattan. Then I took the LIRR back to Huntington. I think I got home around 5A.M. Can't wait til the next party, hehe.

The ending procession

This was the last moments of the procession and my day in Mulberry Street, Little Italy. Can't wait until next year :-)

The designer's market

This was a nice surprise. Located at the end of Mulberry Street, the young designer's is a fresh and schick place to shop for cool clothes and unique jewerly. Definitly a worthy place to check out.

The festival games

They were so much fun. Throw ball, hammer, the firing range. Just watching people play the games were fun. A tip on the hammer: build kinetic energy and it the target rigth in the center with its flat side. I played in the firing range. The point of the game is to shoot the red star out of the target with an automatic air riffle. It was fun, and probably the closest I'll be on a range for now. As you can see in the pic my score was average, and needs some practice. Next time I'll score higher.

The Blood Church

The Most Precious Blood church is (for what i believe) the house of San Genaro. This beautiful chuchs radiates a wonderful ligth from the altar, it is illuminated the rigth way. It is also a very meditative, peaceful house.

The food of the festival

Mmm Italian food. Not only is the food yummy but is cheap too. 14 zepellis for $6. I got a big
chicken kebab for $4. I wanted to get the zeppelis but I didn't have more cash. And the ATMs wanted to charge me $3 to withdraw money, wth?! At least the chicken kebab was filling. The other good thing was the free cocktail refills. Non alcoholic. The food is great, try it the next festival.

Portal to the festivities

This decorated gates can be found year round in Little Italy. However, they make the perfect decoration to the festival. From the first gate to the last you will enjoy every part of the festival.

The festival of San Genaro

I was very excited and lucky to catch the highligth of the festival today: the Procession of San Genaro.

The Lost Symbol

I was so excited to pick up this book today. The awaited new novel by Dan Brown 'The Lost Symbol,' Robert Langdon's new adventure. I read the first 5 chapters, and I love it. I'm trying to pace myself with the reading so I can enjoy the story longer. The mistery revolves around a powerful ancient secret which is hidden in D.C., and the quest to find it. I can't wait to figure out what it is. I'll try to post a review after I'm finish with the book. Until then I'll continue my reading. Chapter 6...

The Ogre at Otaban

Who knew there was more than fancy stores in Madison Avenue? This exciting sculpture, along with a few others, can be found at this (name coming soon) food court. Although the lighting sure makes it hot. Maybe it is a good place to eat during the winter.

Where has the time gone?

[Saturday afternon] Nature-wise today was the first day of Fall. It was only yesterday that sunny days and warm rays illuminated and kept the city. Now the temparature drops and we get left with rainy days and twilight skies. I first took notice, not when the rain was beating down on me, or when the wind threaten to give me a cold, but when I saw the park (Central Park) as gray. No color, just regnants of life in the trees, the lake still as a blanket, almost no people walking in it. It was a beautiful scene indeed, but it wasn't summer. It was only a few weeks that I was enjoying Berlin, enjoying the weather and beach in Sunken Meadow (Long Island), a sunny BBQ with family. Now nothing's left but breeze and rain. I better buy that H&M coat soon.

Jay-Z live!

So, I'm watching Jay-Z's concert live from Madison Square Garden, through fuse, commercial free. I have to say that I'm not a rap, hip-hop, fan at all but I do enjoy Jay-Z's music. He sounds different from the rest. I think everyone has a favorite Jay-Z tune. He penetrates audiences that no other artist can (maybe except Béyonce? Hehe). This concert benefits the 9/11 relief fund; what a great way to bring the city together on this date. Far from worries and fear, tonigth is all about unity and entertainment for NYC. Thanks Jay-Z. 1!

Skinny jeans

Finally!!! I got pants that fit to the seam. OMG! No more baggy jeans. Although the waist line is a bit to high to show underwear, but I'm sure I'll find a way around it. I'll just bend over a lot, lol. I got the pair [grey,dark blue] at Pac Sun [at the SmithHaven mall, Smithtown]. The store kind of caters to the skater types, but is popular among kids these days. And I got them on sale so that was just perfect. Now I just need to work out a bit to flatten my stomach, lol, just a bit.

Sunday b-day Pt.2

So after my insufferable wait at Greenhouse, I went back to Splash. It was so much fun! I got to dance to the best of the 70's, 80's, and 90's. The music was speaking to me that night. After the drama I had last week, this was the best way to end that chapter and begin a great 27th year. Dancing to 'Hush, hush, Hush, hush,' 'Survivor,' 'Vicky' (lol) was definitely uplifting and fun. But as usual, dancing to DJ Steve Sidewalk's music is the best experience in the NY club circuit. Thank you Steve! I hope we can do lunch soon :-)
And thank you to everyone that came out this weekend. I've seen friends I haven't seen in a long time so that was awesome. It wasn't the drinks, or the clubs that made this b-day fun, but the friends I got to hang out with. Hope we can do it again next year :-)

Greenhouse tirade

Self-explanatory...

Sunday b-day Pt.1

Happy b-day! Well I'm 27 now. For some reason I like odd b-day numbers better, for me they feel younger. Going to Splash and Greenhouse tonight, but I won't be drinking much, I'm ok with the rest. I got Wii sports resort and Desperate Housewives Season 5 (the red hot edition) as presents. And I bought my first par of (skinny) jeans that fit well, OMG! [more on that later]. Tomorrow is going to be fun! A nice relaxing and entertaining way to end the summer. Mmm wait, I'd like to see '500 days of summer,' that would be a nice way to end the summer.

Saturday b-day

Getting as* drunk at Pieces. Margarita, lemon drop, jäger shot, mistery shot, red devil. Too much fun :-)

Friday b-day

Celebrating my b-day 2 days in advance. Just a family affair.

This letter

So this is my first video update. I have to keep it short as I'm uploading from my phone. If you know me, you'd know that I'm very low maintenance at home, I just need a tank top and shorts to be comfortable. I can't wear jeans and a shirt all day long, is too much. So getting back to topic; I was very excited to get this letter today. I'll be more excited to read it on Sunday. If you know me well, then you'd also know that I'm very impatient about surprises. But I will be good and wait for Sunday. Thank you Sören for the letter and for a lovely year of adventures :-D xo.

Queens mid-nigth snack

[August, 30th, after midnight] After clubbing in Atlantis there is nothing better than a kebab with potatoes. This reminds me of Berlin; Sören and I used to get döners (sp?). They should bring this idea to Manhattan: food stands around the club areas open all night. Not only is this good business, but it is also convenient. It's cheaper than dinners, no wait time, and is food on the go. There's one by Therapy, but it's so isolated from the clubs. A stand on 9th and 50th would be great. I need food at night people, feed me...

NYAnimeFesvital

If you are a nerd like I am about Anime (well, only certain shows), the you will be excited about this: The NYAF is coming! For 3 days we will have access to the world of anime: the news, the cosplay, the nerds, lol. If you are as much interested as I am then go to the following site: http://www.newyorkanimefestival.com/ There you can find the schedules for the shows, as well tickets for it. The price ranges from $35 to $55. If you are interested in attending drop me a line and we'll go together! Can't wait to get some Gundam News!

Grooving at GMF

So, I decided to post my favorite pics form my recent trip to Berlin. I'm currently listening to Club Kerry's podcast (Summer Grove 4) and is taking me back to the club nights of Berlin. They (the Berliners) really appreciate techno, house, electronic music. It is the most popular type of music played. Everyone dances. Anyways, this is a picture from the rooftop at GMF, one of the most popular clubs in the city. It only opens on Sundays, but the experience is great. Not only will you mingle with the natives, but also with tourists. All while drinking a beer and admiring the view. Just imagine partying on top of the Rockefeller observatory (NY ref). If you are ever in Berlin, it is a must-visit place, just like visiting the Brandenburg Tor (more of it later). Enjoy the music and the guys ;-)

Berlin Mauer in NYC?

[Sunday, 30th] So I found this secret spot on my way home from the Sony Center (NYC). I think this is actually part of the original wall, no? I thought it was amazing and it took me back {to Berlin} for a second. This is next to the waterfalls. Do you know the place?

That's me

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