Aron surprised me recently by planning lunch and a row in Central Park. He knows that I’ve always wanted to hire a boat; it’s such a classic (and wonderfully cheesey) piece of New York.
We tried to take a timer photo but, after a few wobbly attempts, decided our traditional hand-held method was safer.
Aron did most of the rowing, and we hugged the shore, stopping under the shade of trees to avoid the hot, mid-day sun. We pointed out turtles and birds and colorful blooms, and shared smiles with other rowers (yes, mostly couples).
Afterward, we stopped on a bench to enjoy a lunch he had packed, and watched the other (miniature) boats that sail in central park. All this in the center of Manhattan–it never fails to impress me. (Aron’s not bad either.)
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Jealousness! I've only had the pleasure of being in Central Park for one brief afternoon, and immediately fell in love. I so wish I lived nearby to enjoy it every day.
how fantastic! we just left nyc and would have loved to do this if we had known it was available. oh well, next time!
p.s. thanks for your kind words, sometimes it's rough getting those anonymous comments.
looks like a great day
Aww, what a dream date! NYC gets a bad rap in the summer but I love it. Lovely photos
Swoon. what a doll. I will be there in a few weeks and plan to do the same!
What a lovely afternoon! Sounds like a must do on a NYC summer visit. Your sandals are so darling — where are they from?
That's totally adorable! I'm all for cheesy romance.
dreamy!
Gorgeous photos!
You guys are just too adorable
Those romantic surprises are the best! So many simple things to do right outside our front door.
you are one very lucky lady! that sounds like the most perfect (and cheesily romantic) sort of day. xo, h
this is so romantic! love the pic of your feet – too cute!
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Thanks, everybody! I love NYC in summer, too, Denise. Such a great point, Yumi.
Katie–those are saltwater sandals. They're super affordable and I've been wearing them off an on since about the age of 3 (I think they used to be kids-only.)
This looks like such a fun day!
You should have knocked him in the water like in Bridget Jones!
I just love the ways you guys make your life so beautiful.
You inspire me and make me happy to be alive. 
What a fun day. Cheesie is good! Photos are great as always.
thats adorable! sounds like you had a grea time
i saw these pictures thinking you were in the middle of some wilderness somewhere…then saw the buildings in the background and realized it was central park – so weird!
I just had to comment. You two are the cutest couple! Love NY…I will be doing the same thing if I was living there!
That looks so nice!
how fun- i would love to do tht.
and salt water sandals and chacos? you guys- so classy.
and no, haven't seen the catalog yet- but maybe it was me?? nah. just wishing.
You guys have the best adventures!
that looks like SO much fun!! love your sandals by the way, where are those from?? too cute.
this just melts me… ya'll are too cute! A little love cruise
I always wanted to do this when I lived in New York, but never got around to it. You two make it look adorably fun.
a row and a picnic…what a perfect (city) date! so cute.