The other day, I received an email from Universal Standard saying that they would be holding a sample sale this weekend. Given that the firm is moving out of their Manhattan offices, it is likely that their showroom will be moving as well. So, I made arrangements with RQS to meet her at Grand Central after I've done my shopping.
But first....
I woke up this morning feeling barely awake. So, I lollygagged a bit until I noticed that the clock had hit 10 am. This meant that I was already an hour late, and had to rush in order to make a 11:42 train. Luckily, all my ducks were in a row, and I was showered, dressed, made up, and out the door by 11:15 am. Although I may have had enough time to stop for an egg sandwich on the way to the station, I decided not to take any chances, and go straight to the parking lot - just so I had enough time to find a spot before the train came. I needn't have worried. There were more than enough spaces. But the coffee shop at the station was closed. This meant that I'd have to get a bite to eat when I reached Grand Central.
A little under 60 minutes later, I was at Grand Central and looking for something to eat. In the past, I'd go downstairs to Zaro's and get a couple of franks. Sadly, they don't sell hot dogs anymore, and I ended up getting my pair of tube steaks at Frankie's. It's hard to feel comfortable with the reality of today's prices - 2 dogs and a soda for $14. I'm used to dogs that sell for $2 each, and sodas for $2.
Once done with lunch, it was off to Universal Standard. 20 minutes later, I was on the elevator to their store. Within 15 minutes, I had bought a nice sweater and a nice dress for $75. This is pretty good, given their usual prices. While there, I found out that they are moving to Dumbo at year end. So I may be traveling a little bit more to get to their next sale in Dumbo.
Now that I was done shopping, I went to Grand Central to meet RQS. Around 2:30 pm, we met, and it was on the train headed to Croton. Although I could say a bit more about the day, I'd rather keep it brief.
