Fall is arriving and this week we were blessed with the beautiful days of Indian Summer. Antsy to leave the apartment one evening, we checked the windows to see the golden rays of sun beginning to cast long shadows. It took a few seconds before we decided to watch the sunset over the Hudson, along the... Continue Reading →
The High Seas of New York City
Ahoy, Mate! Climb aboard. The Navy is ready to set sail! Well, not set sail….start paddling…..and it’s not the Navy….it’s me and JAM and our friend Laurie. New York City does an outstanding job providing for its citizens and one of the many things provided is kayaking in the Hudson River. It’s free, it’s fun,... Continue Reading →
Tugboat Games in the The Great North River
New York is a city dressed in glass, anchored in stone, driven by an energy fueled with creativity, invention and commerce. Her heart beats with dreams but her blood flows from the sea. Today we celebrated the 26th annual Tugboat Race and Competition on the Great North River (aka Hudson). The day was fittingly wet,... Continue Reading →
Great North River Tug Boat Games
Jerry woke up at 4 AM. I mistakenly set my alarm for 4:50. When it went off, Jerry was still awake. We laid there talking about our plans, both too excited to sleep. We were stoked because today was the day of the Tug Boat races. Move over, Popeye! We’re coming aboard! We weren’t going... Continue Reading →