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The best croissant in NYC

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... and it's in Brooklyn Heights!

Let me back up a bit.

On Sunday, we went to Brooklyn to cheer on the half-marathon runners! You’d think that watching all that dedication and endurance would inspire us to squeeze in a workout afterward… but nope. Instead, we went on a mission to find somewhere new to eat in Brooklyn Heights! Priorities, right?!

The plus side is that now I have a new day for you to explore another part of Brooklyn with the Little Ones!

Getting there: Take the 2/3 train to Clark Street. It always shocks me how quick it is to get there!

First stop: Books are Magic - I am a sucker for an independent book store and this one is adorable and the perfect for the Little Ones.

Second stop: L'Appartement 4F - Start with the best croissant ever. I know I've told you before that Librae is my favorite. This one blows Librae out of the water. I don't know why it took me so long to try it, but I can't recommend it enough. Just look at that photo above - that structure! Other things to get:

• Also get: Raspberry Kouign Amann and baguette
• Skip: The cinnamon roll - it's way too sweet for me

Third stop: Brooklyn Heights Promenade - After picking up some treats, continue walking towards the Brooklyn Heights Promenade, the perfect place to stop and eat a croissant, even on a overcast and foggy day. Also happens to be the perfect place for a Little One to throw a tantrum (see photo above!).

Making your way to Dumbo: Continue north on the Brooklyn Heights Promenade and on the left hand side, you'll see a walkway bridge down towards Dumbo. Discovering this pathway was a revalation! For the longest time I had no idea how to easily get to the promenade.

Fourth Stop: 1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge - You all know it's my favorite place in Brooklyn to stop for a little break. Not only are there comfy couches, but it's the perfect bathroom stop spot. Skip the coffee and treats at the cafe here though, there's way better elsewhere.

Make your way home: You know I'm going to say to take the Ferry! A 5 minute ride from Dumbo to Wall street is the perfect way to end the day

Honorable mentions:

• ​The Brooklyn Cat Cafe: Honestly, this is my worst nightmare, but I know a lot of people love cats and this seems like an interesting place to take the Little Ones
• ​Poppy's: A great place to stop when you want something a little more than straight carbs

What we are doing this week...

​Classical Kids Fair - Brooklyn Children's Museum​ Live musical and dance performances for the Little Ones, plus they get to see the instruments up close too. Sunday, March 23 from 11am - 4pm ​Link to website (Not an affiliate - Just a fan!)

What else are we are doing this week...

​CoffeeFest​ The Javit's center filled to the brim with Coffee? Still probably not enough to get me through these no-nap days with a 3 year old! Saturday, March 23-25 ​Link to website (Not an affiliate - Just a fan!)

... and Another thing this week...

​Not a normal spring market​ Three floors of random things for sale? I'm in. Saturday, March 21-23 ​Link to website (Not an affiliate - Just a fan!)

What Saved my sanity This week...

​Calico Critters​ They are small and easy to carry around and my Little One loves imagining a world for them. The downside is they are small and easy to lose... if your Little One falls in love with these, get secret back-ups. ​Link to website (Not an affiliate link - just a fan!)

What we are Reading this week...

"The Lorax - Dr. Seuss" Warning: It's long. We've never made it through the full story because it is that long. But that's why we love it this week - it seems to put my Little One to sleep pretty quickly!! These days I'll do whatever it takes! ​Link to Amazon (Not an affiliate link - just a fan!)

What i am excited about this week...

​The Twinny - Mustard Made​ My three drawer dresser has served me well. But it really was only great to throw the changing table on top of it. Using it to store my Little One's clothes is another thing... I discovered this locker to store my Little One's clothes and hoping it's going to motivate my Little One to 'own' her dressing time in the morning! Wish me luck... ​Link to website (Not an affiliate link - just a fan!)