We’re just back from our long weekend in New York, propping up the US economy and taking advantage of the weak dollar for a long weekend of shopping, sight-seeing, and eating! We managed to miss the weeks and weeks of warm, pleasant weather and hit the city right in the middle of a seriously cold spell — high temperatures most days were below freezing, with gusty winds making the problem even worse.

Still, we had a great time, snagged some really good bargains, and caught up with some old friends. More pictures coming soon, but here are a few to start!

Aude and Anne Laure with a very small Statue of Liberty. Neil refused to pose for this photo on principle. Spoilsport.

Aude and Anne Laure in front of Radio City Music Hall.

Anne Laure and Neil in front of the ice rink at Rockefeller Center.

Even when he’s on vacation, Matthew never takes his eye off his work. Here he is in front of the offices in New York checking his Blackberry. Ironically, the office was the first thing we spotted from our hotel window. You can’t miss it — the neon sign is 200 feet tall!

Matthew relaxes in the hotel room after a long day of shopping.

The three amigos – Aude, Maria Grazia, and Anne Laure, all pose for a group shot.

It was great to see Peter again after so long. It looks like he feels the same way.

Anne Laure and Neil waiting for the subway.

All of Maria Grazia’s wishes come true at once. Looking peaceful and calm, she has clearly attained nirvana.