Out of the blue it seems I've found a new pastime while hanging out in the gotham den. Over the past few days a particular "boat" captured my Read More
Archives for July 2010
Home Depot in NYC
No Big Box here! Imagine my surprise wandering around the Flatiron District of Manhattan and came across the Home Depot store. I love it when Read More
Summer sizzler
With temperatures reaching 100 degrees today, the city has opened cooling centers in air-conditioned public community centers, senior centers, and Read More
4th of July in NYC
The nation's largest display featuring over 40,000 firework shells lasting 25 minutes. Unbelievable views from the gotham den balcony! Once in a Read More
Tucker Square market
Early this morning Spartan and I made our way to the local farmers market in the hood. Life is good. Read More
Movies under the stars
You gotta love this city! For the summer, Riverside Park (right out the front door of the gotham den) hosts movie night every Wednesday night. The Read More
Play me, I'm yours…
Pianos showing up on the streets, parks and plazas? What the heck? The idea was created by artist Luke Jerram of the UK whose "art" has been touring Read More
Cycling to Piermont, NY (part 4/4)
As we made our way back into MY city, we cross the George Washington Bridge and the views were absolutely breathtaking. Oh, you mean you can get Read More
Cycling to Piermont, NY (part 3/4)
As we made our way to Piermont, on the side of the road of Route 9, we cherished a little treat of wild red raspberries! Many of us, including David, Read More
Cycling to Piermont, NY (part 2/4)
We entered Rockland County into the quaint picturesque village (incorporated in 1850) of Piermont. It's located on the west bank of the Hudson River, Read More
Cycling to Piermont, NY (part 1/4)
Ahhhhh...how nice it was to join the Thursday ride with my cycling group, a 45 mile roundtrip ride to Piermont, New York. I always enjoy the rides Read More