Even though we live in the middle of Manhattan, there is usually enough nature around that it does not feel oppressive. The beautiful church around the corner has the feel of a country church. Actually, it was built as a vacation church for church members who vacationed uptown in the late 1800’s. Yes, my neighborhood used to be a resort community. Continuing on the same nature in the city theme, my husband went for a walk in Riverside Park late in the afternoon. Looking uptown, you get the iconic view of the George Washington bridge. I like that the Hudson always smells a bit like the ocean. That ocean smell always make me feel like I’m home. I grew up hearing fog horns at night. The community garden was in full late summer blowsy bloom. Before the real-estate boom, our neighborhood was dotted with community gardens. They have mostly all been turned into condos. This garden in Riverside Park is one of the last ones left. I just loved the late afternoon ligh...
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