Nikki A.
07-16-2013, 12:44 PM
Thanks to your encouragement I decided that Nikki would do a NYC shopping trip.
Quick recap: I got dressed at her store (quieter bathroom), as I was finishing getting ready she came with coffee and off we went. We took the 8:45 AM commuter bus to NYC, first stop Port Authority ladies room 30 some odd stalls and there was still a line. We walked from 42nd street to the 20's hit a whole lot of wholesale costume jewelry and purse stores. Stopped and rested at a McD's, later had lunch elsewhere. Two plus full rolling suitcases later we headed back and took the bus back to Pa.
Observations: Humid 90+ degree day, a light loose cotton sleeveless, scoop neck maxi dress is a lot cooler than shorts and a tee, although walking on the subway grating and feeling the updraft is an unexpected experience the first time lol. Wigs were not made for hot weather but it wasn't as bad as I thought it would be. And my makeup fared a lot better than I expected. A couple of firsts,going to NYC dressed, getting on a bus full of people (and hoping that nobody knew me but at the same time would own up to it if I did), wearing a sleeveless top willingly with hairy arms (shaved pits though).
Moral of the story: I had a great time, I was treated well in all the stores. No snickers, or problems anywhere we went. On the street I didn't notice (nor did my friend) any issues with anyone. NYC is a place where anything goes, just be yourself and enjoy it. I guess I've been out often enough that the nerves aren't an issue for me anymore or I've accepted that this is who I am.
Anyway, my friend said I was the best assistant she's had (I offered opinions and she let me pick out jewelry that I thought would sell) and that I'm her companion when she does her next trip also. Also she asked if I'd be willing to run her store on my days off when she goes away for 3 weeks. So on Wednesdays and Sundays in August I'm running a woman's clothing and accessories store all by myself. So if you'd like to stop in at least you'll know you'll have no problems shopping. Obviously my friend is also very acceptingof CDs & TGs.
Quick recap: I got dressed at her store (quieter bathroom), as I was finishing getting ready she came with coffee and off we went. We took the 8:45 AM commuter bus to NYC, first stop Port Authority ladies room 30 some odd stalls and there was still a line. We walked from 42nd street to the 20's hit a whole lot of wholesale costume jewelry and purse stores. Stopped and rested at a McD's, later had lunch elsewhere. Two plus full rolling suitcases later we headed back and took the bus back to Pa.
Observations: Humid 90+ degree day, a light loose cotton sleeveless, scoop neck maxi dress is a lot cooler than shorts and a tee, although walking on the subway grating and feeling the updraft is an unexpected experience the first time lol. Wigs were not made for hot weather but it wasn't as bad as I thought it would be. And my makeup fared a lot better than I expected. A couple of firsts,going to NYC dressed, getting on a bus full of people (and hoping that nobody knew me but at the same time would own up to it if I did), wearing a sleeveless top willingly with hairy arms (shaved pits though).
Moral of the story: I had a great time, I was treated well in all the stores. No snickers, or problems anywhere we went. On the street I didn't notice (nor did my friend) any issues with anyone. NYC is a place where anything goes, just be yourself and enjoy it. I guess I've been out often enough that the nerves aren't an issue for me anymore or I've accepted that this is who I am.
Anyway, my friend said I was the best assistant she's had (I offered opinions and she let me pick out jewelry that I thought would sell) and that I'm her companion when she does her next trip also. Also she asked if I'd be willing to run her store on my days off when she goes away for 3 weeks. So on Wednesdays and Sundays in August I'm running a woman's clothing and accessories store all by myself. So if you'd like to stop in at least you'll know you'll have no problems shopping. Obviously my friend is also very acceptingof CDs & TGs.