We started our day off with a long bus ride to Harlem. I caught a few sleeping :), those pictures were pretty fun! We walked around Harlem and viewed landmarks like: the Harlem Hospital (where MLK Jr. was fixed up), the Harriet Tubman statue, Adam Clayton Powell Jr.'s statue, and a fun mural celebrating Harlem's African Americans. We experienced the world famous Apollo theatre with a very wise and charismatic Mr. Apollo. The kids were even given a chance to try a 'mock amateur night' 3 of our kids were able to muster the courage and give it a try! We were able to quickly view the signature wall at the Apollo (apparently there wasn't enough time to let me search for the Jackson 5 :(. ) We then headed to a soul food restaurant for lunch, Monna's. This one also received mixed reviews for the kids, apparently we have specific taste!
We then spent our afternoon learning about Spanish heritage! We were able to take a salsa lesson, granted it was a little long - 45 minutes, we got our cardio in for the day. The boys gave it a fair shot but were trying to convince me they had an injury to sit out a round or two. (Theres a picture that really captures their true Salsa feelings.) We also painted our own masks after a lesson on what masks represent in Spanish culture (ask your kiddo!) After that, we took our very first subway ride! We witnessed a dance skit and began to understand how the subway can be a viable alternative for New Yorkers. Next up, Time Square! The kiddos did alot of shopping, big hits were: M&M store and Lids.
We all made it in time for our Broadway show! The Phantom of the Opera was enchanting, even the boys were singing the main song when we left. For the most part, it received positive reviews. Some did mention it was hard to understand some of the singing, which certainly makes sense. It was a late one for us all last night, we walked over 9 miles yesterday and the kiddos were feeling it. Day 3 is all about Chinese culture in America!
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