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WW: Hessian Lake, Bear Mountain NY

Wonderful week we have here :)

Just had a brief stop at Hessian Lake, Bear Mountain, New York and look what we found!
Breathtaking scenery for you to enjoy.

Feels like swimming down here? Icy cold for sure :)

on the other side...

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Labels: bear mountain, Hessian Lake, landscape, MAMA BO OBI, MY ITCHY FEET, my purple world, nature, NY, NY state, photography, Wordless Wednesday, WW

Indah Nuria Savitri

A blessed mom of two who loves traveling, diving, blogging, vlogging, cooking, shopping and all the joy life can bring. A lifestyle blogger who has a soft spot for wastra nusantara and purple stuff ��. Been living in 4 countries in 4 different continents and traveling to more than 50 countries (and counting ��♥️)

The Great Jack O'Lantern Blaze

Fall is somehow identical with pumpkins. And Halloween as well as Jack O'Lantern.

I guess many of us were having a blast last Halloween, including carving this famous orange icon.

Speaking of Jack O'Lantern, have you seen the Great Jack O'Lantern blaze?

Yes, the blaze.

When you have around 7000 (indeed..seven thousands) Jack O'Lantern beautifully lit in a historical manor.

And it's in Tarry Town, where we have the famously haunted cemetery, Sleepy Hollow.

We've heard about it since the first time we arrived here in NYC, but we finally get a chance to do it this Fall. I have been eyeing the ticket since September but apparently I was too late to get it for October. This event is so popular that we only manage to get the slots we want on the third week of November.

our ticket

The show is held in Van Cortland Manor, one of the historical spots along the Hudson Valley. Historic Hudson Valley is the NGO hosting the event and they surely make sure that this annual event become a memorable one.

The ticket is $25 per adult and $20 per kids (3-17 year old) during weekend, and $20 per adult and $16 per kids (3-17 year old) during weekdays.

We arrived at 7.35 PM, 5 minutes late from our designated time but it was okay. We got the parking spot and couldn't wait to see all those beautifully hand-crafted pumpkins. As the website said, there are around 7000 pumpkins are being displayed.

As we strolled around the main street called Pumpkin Promenade, we were awed by the ambience of the manor. Bo et Obi just couldn't help shouting in excitement while looking at all those pumpkins. Some are scary, some are funny..they even have the Obama face carved on it!

We walked through the path and stopped at the Pumpkin Zee Bridge. Amazingly, we also saw a giant Sea Serpent there..all made of pumpkins!

But the most beautiful in is the Pumpkin Planetarium.
It's soooo beautiful. Colors are changing while we walked under the stars.
Pumpkin stars!

As we continued our walk, we saw more incredible statues and figures made of pumpkins, including several type of dinosaurs from Jurrasic Park, giant spider webs, pumpkin stamps,

and grandfather clock in on of the corners. I also love to see the elaborate Celtic knot carvings which are very detailed.

We finished the trip by taking more pictures with pumpkins and bought some souvenirs.

For sure, it's a great show and if you happen to be in NYC or the surrounding around Halloween time, this will be a great event that you and your family will enjoy.

The Great Jack O'Lantern Blaze
Van Cortland Manor
525 South Riverside Ave., Croton-on-Hudson, NY 10520

Labels: autumn 2016, Bo et Obi, fall, Halloween, Hudson Valley, kids activities, MAMA BO OBI, MY ITCHY FEET, NY, NYC attractions

Indah Nuria Savitri

Wonderful Wednesday with Oh My Heartsie Girls

Another beautiful week for all of us here in NYC.
The weather is getting friendlier now and we pretty much enjoy it.
As we are not making any summer trip this time, we manage to stroll around the city and the neighboring city in the quest of beautiful beaches and parks.
Last Saturday, we had so much fun at Jones Beach, Wantagh, NY.

The weather was just perfect as it was not too hot nor cold. Bo et Obi had a blast down there :).

Then on Sunday, we explored Socrates Park in Long Island City.

Quite a unique park with interesting exhibitions this year.

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Bear Mountain Bridge from afar

One lovely weekend with clear blue sky is sometimes the only thing I need to boost up my spirit. Because that means we can go out and have fun. Right, kiddos?

Bear Mountain Bridge from afar

After being bombarded by on-et-off subzero weather in NYC, we have the urgent need to go out and feel the sunshine on our face. It might sound exaggerating, but I truly need to feel the fresh air with getting myself pneumonia or cold. So, as we have one sunny day and slightly warm weather, off we go to Bear Mountain State Park. I know that this place has great trails for hiking but apparently by the time we arrive, the weather is not that friendly. So then we choose our favorite sport ever, taking pictures here and there :). Besides, Udi has a new 'baby', Phantom 3 Professional, that he likes to try. All set and here we go. (It was really fun playing the drone outdoor. Will get back with more stories on that :).

P3P ready for action :)

First destination, Silver Mine Lake, Orange County, NY.

welcomed by cloudy Silver Mine Lake..

First thing the kids say is that "we've been here before, Ma.". Indeed we have and we're happy to be back here again. When we arrive at Silver Mine Lake, it was cloudy and windy. Ten minutes outside and my hands are frozen already. Bo et Obi are still running around near the lake while Udi set his P3P for her maiden voyage. It was indeed fun playing with the drone but after a while, I think it's just to cold for all of us.

so peaceful indeed..

But before we leave, I manage to take a selfie with Obi.

in purple and pink :)

Udi got us taped as well through his drone. It was lovely to see the short video he made :)

Then we decided to go across the Bear Mountain Bridge. We visited Bear Mountain and Perkins Memorial Tower last year but we haven't really passed this famous bridge. Without further ado, we went through the bridge and parked in Bear Mountain dock, by the Hudson River, to get the full view of the bridge. And here's what I have, some snaps taken by my iPhone 6 plus and ztylus.

Bear Mountain and the surrounding

And Udi was enjoying his new toy for sure :).

Look who's enjoying the day..

More videos from our stroll in Bear Mountain State Park :)

At the end of the day, everyone is happy.
Under the blue sky, we are indeed blessed with our Rabb's love and blessing.
Alhamdulilaaaah...

Alhamdulillah...

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Labels: bear mountain, blue sky, I heart NY, MY ITCHY FEET, NY, Orange County, sky, skywatch Friday

Indah Nuria Savitri

WW: PEARLASIA Photo Session in Sleepy Hollow

More from the photo session of PEARLASIA, Anniesa Hasibuan for 2016 New York Couture Fashion Week