A Day On The Upper West Side.

There's something about this city that even in a pandemic gives you the urge to go. Even before the numbers of Covid decreased we'd venture out to the city to sneak a peek at what it was like to be in an empty, quiet city. In spite of everything that this wonderful city has gone through she always manages to pick herself up and thrive. I don't think she'll ever run out of energy. Ever. NYC is a lot like me and I can relate to her. We have both been beaten up and talked about but yet never willing to give up. She's tough and strong and fearless. And this is why I keep coming back. The example I set for my kids is to be strong. No matter our weaknesses and the things that can bring us down I remind them to find ways to survive and thrive. Lift yourself up and never give up. I love this city and the more we come here the more my kids love it. They even wish we lived here. Even though its a lot less to rent an apartment in the city we love the fact that we are her neighbor. Maybe someday. But for now we'll continue to take the ferry into the city or drive and explore our New York. We love her and we will never stop! As long as we live close to her it's either New York or nowhere! 

Here are a few photos from another day in the city....

New York Stock Exchange: Together, We're Strong.

Love, love this city and how they express their love for it especially at this time with all they are going through. It sure was a different start to our "summer season" going to outings wearing masks and all but it is for own good. 

For some it is the beginning of summer at the beach wearing flip flops, and sandals, having bbq's and eating a lot of melted ice cream cones but for us on this day we spent it remembering our soldiers who have passed on, and those who continue to fight today. Memorial Day gives us the moment to pay tribute to those who have done so much to preserve our country in values that we strive for. So thankful for this holiday that comes once a year and for a city that is proud to wear red, white, and blue. 

A Heart Attack In Manhattan!

One of the greatest things about New York city are the people that live in it. The way they treat their beloved city is profound and admirable. I love the way they take care of her and find ways to nurture her. To make her alive again. To remind everyone living with her to be strong. To be kind. To let everyone know that they are not alone. To know that things will be ok. That this "new normal" won't last. That the city won't be "closed" forever. And that this too shall pass. 

Walking the streets of New York last week and discovering these hearts struck a cord to my soul, and I appreciate the ones that put them up there, because this is what New Yorkers do. This is what they think about instead of feeling sorry for themselves. They find joy during trying times. And besides 9/11 this is one of the hardest times their city has ever been hit with something so catastrophic. So here's to Lizzy for making the time to make all these hearts and to put them around all Manhattan for the world to see. Her heart is just like mine. We love New York and know that this city will re-emerge someday. But not yet. Not yet. 

So while she's curing our lovely city here are some words of inspiration and positivity to help those who may need it at this time!