A few years ago when I was first living in New York, one of my best friends Kate lived in Brooklyn Heights, a small tree-lined historical village just over the Brooklyn Bridge. I lived in Manhattan and loved coming down to Brooklyn Heights to see Kate and always thought if I moved I wanted to live there. (Be careful what you wish for!).
Kate used to live in a rental on Hicks Street, and eventually bought an apartment of her own on a lovely cul-de-sac called Grace Court. Kate moved to London, and we were catching up on the phone a couple years ago when I moved to San Clemente. I told her I loved the area, and loved my work, but just was missing true girlfriends. "Oh I have two cousins who live there," she said. San Clemente is a small town so I almost couldn't believe it but did meet her cousins Ellen and Jane, who are now dear friends of mine too.
I got approval from the co-op board last night, and going to get keys this morning before I fly to Maine for my friend Beth's wedding. Sunday night I plan to stay there, aerobed style, and then arrange move part 2 later next week. I am excited again.
When I was looking for an apartment last August, Ellen had mentioned how much she loved Grace Court. I couldn't believe it when 'the one' was located on this lovely street, one block away from Stacy, Jason and the kids. I think every day it will remind me of grace.
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