Last weekend, we did the 3.5 hour drive to Brooklyn to see family and friends. As always, the girls were happy to see Nana and have dinner. The following day, we made plans to see friends. We couldn’t have asked for better weather. While driving to meet our friends at the splash pad at Prospect Park, I felt a tinge of nostalgia. Eastern Parkway was filled with people taking their morning strolls and running errands. In that moment, I missed the walkability of NYC.
We drove past Jungle Juice Cafe which always seems to have a line on weekends for their many offerings.
Then went straight over to Banh Mi Place to order our favorite banh mi sandwiches that have managed to not increase in price since we moved. Same great staff and service and a wonderful place to try out if you’re near the Brooklyn Museum or in the northeast side of Crown Heights.
We drove past the Grand Army Plaza Market which we used to enjoy going to some Saturdays. It’s always a vibrant and lively place to be at since it is at the north entrance of Prospect Park.
We made it to the southern tip near LeFrak Center at Lakeside, which transforms from skating rink in the winter to a splash pad in the summer. The girls were swimsuit ready and excited to see one of their oldest friends.
After about two hours of fun in the water and sun, we made our way to a park nearby and continued our play date. We were not ready to leave Brooklyn, but we had to start our drive back home.
It took about thirty minutes and some food for the girls to be completely knocked out. When your kid who never naps sleeps for one and a half hours, you know it was a great day. Looking forward to the next visit. Until next time Brooklyn.
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