Edser and May Go to Macys

Today was a slower day. Chris has a cold, so we thought we'd hit the shops instead of traipsing around tourist spots.

We started in Union Square a lovely large square surrounded by the citadels of commerce. I'd love Newcastle's own Wheeler Place to be a little more Union Square. Are you listening Lord Mayor Nuatali?

Then on to Macys. Five floors of Menswear, almost all of it on sale with 25% to 50% off. We bought a few things.

On the way home, we stopped by Alamo Square Park to see the famous Painted Ladies, the private homes that are forever associated with this city. Think Full House credits. A few pics of the Painted Ladies and some city buildings too. Some really stunning architecture.

A little drink after and a nice Turkish dinner rounded off a lovely day. Till next.Read more