1. Tomorrow in New York / Brooklyn

Today I woke up around 5:00 am. I tried to go back to sleep, but no matter how much I tried, it just wouldn't happen, so I got up. I was also really curious about what my friend had written to me on WhatsApp overnight and what else was new on Facebook. Luckily, my sweetheart was on his phone, so we were able to Skype right away (it was 5:15 am for me!!!). Of course, it was already extremely hot in the morning (like really hot!). Since I couldn't stand it in the living room anymore, I went out onto the balcony. There, I experienced my first sunrise in New York. I have to say, it was quite breathtaking, but see for yourself in the pictures.

Maybe I found the sunrise so amazing because I was able to experience it together with my sweetheart (via Skype). The Skype conversation went on for quite a while, and during the call, I actually spotted a squirrel on our power line.

But it would have been a miracle if nothing had happened during a 2-hour Skype conversation. In any case, it was a great start to the day, especially because I even joined my friend and his parents for lunch. It almost felt like I was there in person.

Eventually, my parents woke up and we had breakfast, so the Skype call ended. After breakfast, I had to get ready for a day in New York, or rather Manhattan. We planned to go to Times Square. I have to say, my first morning in New York was pretty cool, and it was a great way to start the day.

I was still full of enthusiasm :D.