It seems like the last few weeks have flown by. Now, a quick update:
Pride:
Google sponsored a double-deck, specially-wrapped bus for the NYC Pride Parade. I had many friends in town from Atlanta for the weekend, and a special guest star appearance by Alexis, a YouTuber friend from London. Google had over 50 marchers in the parade. Without being too cheese-y, I will say the parade was magical. There is nothing like marching down Fifth Avenue on the top of a double decker bus while people yell out "I love Google" and DJ David Knapp is playing some pretty fierce tunes. I loved every minute of it, including the torrential downpour that didn't stop the music or the fun. I also enjoyed the pier dance and the fireworks, even with the missed connections and all. With so much celebration and support of the GLBT community, NYC Pride is another reason I love this city. Here is a slideshow of some of the pics:
Fourth of July:
I went home to Alabama, and had a wonderful trip home. Nothing makes you appreciate the tranquility and beauty of life on the lake like living in the hectic city. Lazy boat trips, Grandmom's biscuits, and fireworks reflected in the Tennessee River all combined to make it a wonderful trip. I also enjoyed the longest running show in my parents' house's basement: "Kidtastic", performed by my nieces...every night! Seriously, though, I loved being home.
Now I am back in the city preparing for my vacation next week in Provincetown. I am exited to get to spend some time with Erik, my old friend from Atlanta, and to get in some more lazy summer days.
