If it’s June, it must mean I’m in NYC again for my annual recharge. Where even the Lowland Gorillas at the Bronx Zoo possess an attitude particular to the revered.
The trip coincided with Jeremy Lipking‘s one man show at the Arcadia Gallery which included a portrait demo by Jeremy that unfortunately could only be viewed effectively by Kobe Bryant. But still.. a stunning show.
A spectacular installation at the Met Roof Garden- ” Big Bambu ” a growing structure soaring up to 100 feet high and added to on an ongoing basis.
Staying with my good friend Judy-of Lobo’s Rants, an artist as well, and fellow animal lover, which is evident in the montage of her pet portraits seen below:
Convened with fellow friends, frequent visitors to St. Croix and fellow bloggers Carol King of Carolkings Weblog and Mary Schwalm of 2 Frames Per Second for our annual NYC reunion.
Still the towering symbol of achievement, success and hope, a sharp eye can catch a sardonic flip side of all that:
And a hint that maybe the end IS near? Tonight’s forecast…..
This city is one long drink of everything you ever wanted which can sometimes lead to excess of stimulation resulting in impromptu naps.
During my last visit I encountered three people in unrelated places that were born on St. Croix and now living in NYC which confirmed what I’ve noticed since living on St. Croix: there is a strong link between the two places.
Proof.
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