There’s always something to capture your attention on a walk in New York! On a recent walk in New York City, I followed in the footsteps of immigrants, celebrities, and George Washington by taking a fun, educational and free walking tour provided by NYC by Foot. Their “Historic District” tour…
At the Rock
One of my favorite places in New York City is Rockefeller Center.
Back to School
Did I ever mention that I went to Harvard, Northwestern, Stanford, Oxford and other prestigious universities? However, it was only to visit; not to study.
Travel Photo Thursday – Sphere of Influence
Sphere within Sphere I took this photo on a February day outside the United Nations headquarters building in New York City. This bronze sculpture was created by Italian sculptor, Arnaldo Pomodoro, and given to the United Nations as gift from Italy in 1996. It is called Sfera con Sfera, meaning…
Over the Falls
Gorgeous rainbow over Niagara Falls
Beauty and the Snowy Beast
Although a blizzard can create hardships and slushy sidewalks when the blanket of snow melts, it can also be a source of beauty and enjoyment.
My Manhattan Affair
Three months in New York immersed me in the energy and excitement of this vibrant city. Adjusting to daily life in other places may have been more challenging, but few could have been more thrilling for me. Coming from San Francisco, I didn’t need to learn a foreign language, adjust…
Three Months in a New York Minute

As we began a three-month stay in New York a few years ago, I looked forward to all the time I’d have to enjoy the city. I had been there on many short trips before and a number of times after, but this was a chance to feel like a Midtown New Yorker!