Tammy: I am DEFINITELY going to look for Persuasion. Such a classic!
Brittany: I will also look for Dante's Inferno. Not sure if I'll read it though...
Random comment by me: I will also be looking for a book called On the History of Film Style by David Bordwell. Apparently it costs a bit to buy. That means that if I get my hands on a copy I could earn a bit of dough :D
Rosie: Being here three weeks now has given me a type of confidence. Half the time I'm going the wrong way but people still stop me to ask for directions. I just point them in a direction even if I have no idea what they are looking for. They'll ask someone else the next block anyway.
Oh, and, I can't wait til you update your blog (hint, hint, nudge, nudge) ;)
Wednesday, September 23, 2009
More Randoms from New York City
*If you see a friend that you haven't seen in a long time, don't scream during the middle of a dance party. Otherwise people will think there is either a cockroach or that somebody jumped out a window.
*There are actual people named Shaniqua
*People still carry boomboxes around on their shoulder and listening to them
*Events happen all the time, including events that have red carpets. It is possible to walk the red carpet...
*It is possible to carry a microwave 6 blocks
*Be very careful as to what hats and skirts you where when crossing an intersection, or simply when it is windy
*You can be born in 2008 and be a grad student at NYU
*To simulate swimming in New York, all you need is high humidity and some cleaner with bleach.
*Cockroaches don't die with bleach. To ensure death (or at least removal of the body), flushing of the body down the toilet is necessary.
*Movies are filmed constantly in New York
*When in an elevator, brace yourself to move up, not left or right like a subway.
*People do DTR in NYC. One conversation goes like this: Imagine a guy looking at girl with a blank face while she says "If you have an issue you need to tell me what you feel. What you feel in here" as she taps his chest.
*Broken and abandoned umbrellas everywhere when it rains and there is wind. Note to self: invest in a raincoat
*There are actual people named Shaniqua
*People still carry boomboxes around on their shoulder and listening to them
*Events happen all the time, including events that have red carpets. It is possible to walk the red carpet...
*It is possible to carry a microwave 6 blocks
*Be very careful as to what hats and skirts you where when crossing an intersection, or simply when it is windy
*You can be born in 2008 and be a grad student at NYU
*To simulate swimming in New York, all you need is high humidity and some cleaner with bleach.
*Cockroaches don't die with bleach. To ensure death (or at least removal of the body), flushing of the body down the toilet is necessary.
*Movies are filmed constantly in New York
*When in an elevator, brace yourself to move up, not left or right like a subway.
*People do DTR in NYC. One conversation goes like this: Imagine a guy looking at girl with a blank face while she says "If you have an issue you need to tell me what you feel. What you feel in here" as she taps his chest.
*Broken and abandoned umbrellas everywhere when it rains and there is wind. Note to self: invest in a raincoat
Friday, September 11, 2009
Remembering 9/11
Several days ago I visited Ground Zero. It was a quick visit and nothing drastic happened. But I remember the somber feeling that was there. People seemed to talk a bit quieter and walk a little slower. I went back to 8 years ago.
I won't go into my story of where I was that day. We all remember. But I will say this. It is still very much a part of the people's lives in NYC. I see posters on the streets about it or advertisements trying to help people that are still suffering from the effects.
I'm grateful to be in the city today, not just as a tourist but as someone who lives here and is understanding what it is like to be a New Yorker. I'm not there yet, that's for sure. But I can see how the city kept living. It's in these people's blood. And I was reminded of that tonight.
I don't know how intentional it was but tonight was the first night of a YSA Conference in NYC. And of course the talks were on remembering, especially 9/11. The Stake President at the time of the tragedy spoke to us and shared some personal insights into the events. It was amazing and touching to hear his thoughts and experiences and to remember what a tragedy it was. But even he said that, paradoxically, many people have come out with a new type of faith and hope in life.
I don't want to get too preachy, and I don't really want this blog to turn into a sob fest. But I thought it appropriate to at least say a few words on the subject as today is the anniversary. It was such a terrible tragedy. But to see the strength of the people who lived it is truly inspiring.
I won't go into my story of where I was that day. We all remember. But I will say this. It is still very much a part of the people's lives in NYC. I see posters on the streets about it or advertisements trying to help people that are still suffering from the effects.
I'm grateful to be in the city today, not just as a tourist but as someone who lives here and is understanding what it is like to be a New Yorker. I'm not there yet, that's for sure. But I can see how the city kept living. It's in these people's blood. And I was reminded of that tonight.
I don't know how intentional it was but tonight was the first night of a YSA Conference in NYC. And of course the talks were on remembering, especially 9/11. The Stake President at the time of the tragedy spoke to us and shared some personal insights into the events. It was amazing and touching to hear his thoughts and experiences and to remember what a tragedy it was. But even he said that, paradoxically, many people have come out with a new type of faith and hope in life.
I don't want to get too preachy, and I don't really want this blog to turn into a sob fest. But I thought it appropriate to at least say a few words on the subject as today is the anniversary. It was such a terrible tragedy. But to see the strength of the people who lived it is truly inspiring.
Tuesday, September 8, 2009
Monday, September 7, 2009
Visitors, lessons, and early morning wake-up calls
More lessons I've learned:
*If you were wondering:
*Most popular type of bench found in NYC (I don't know how this picture turned out like this. It just sorta happened and I actually like it :D).
*If you don't bother the pigeons, they won't bother you.
*Don't make eye contact with dialoguers. If you do you will be out money. Or, you will feel bad for not giving money...
*If you trap a cockroach in a cup just know that it will not be dead after 4 days. Also, they can withstand water but not Windex.
*It is possible to have someone ring your bell at 5 in the morning. This usually only happens on the weekend and is most likely a drunk. (I wouldn't know though since I didn't answer the entry phone (which will be referred to from now on as a citofono).
*If you walk around NYC in flip-flops then your feet will get dirty. (And very likely, blistery.)
*If you were wondering:
*Most popular type of bench found in NYC (I don't know how this picture turned out like this. It just sorta happened and I actually like it :D).
*If you don't bother the pigeons, they won't bother you.
*Don't make eye contact with dialoguers. If you do you will be out money. Or, you will feel bad for not giving money...
*If you trap a cockroach in a cup just know that it will not be dead after 4 days. Also, they can withstand water but not Windex.
*It is possible to have someone ring your bell at 5 in the morning. This usually only happens on the weekend and is most likely a drunk. (I wouldn't know though since I didn't answer the entry phone (which will be referred to from now on as a citofono).
*If you walk around NYC in flip-flops then your feet will get dirty. (And very likely, blistery.)
You run into interesting characters in NYC
What would New York City be like without the Naked Cowboy??
They are holding on a very important conversation... Dreamworks or Disney?
This guy jumped over six people and then went around asking for money...
We even have some good ol' Italian blood!
Who better to run into?!?!
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They are holding on a very important conversation... Dreamworks or Disney?
This guy jumped over six people and then went around asking for money...
We even have some good ol' Italian blood!
Who better to run into?!?!
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Wednesday, September 2, 2009
Audience Participation
One of my favorite parts in the movie Serendipity is when Sara writes her information in a random book on the street for Jonathan. She then sells it to a used book store. The purpose is so Jonathan can find her if he is destined to do so.
As I was walking around New York City the other day I was reminded of this. I passed book shop after book shop and began stopping at the different book vendors. Wouldn't it be cool to go on a similar mission, looking for a random book every time I passed a vendor?
Well, I decided to do it! And this is where you all come in. I hope to pass many more book vendors and want to go in search of "the book". But I don't know what "the book" is. I want you all to tell me what "the book" is.
Take a few days and think about it. Then post a comment and tell me what book you want me to find. Let's say it has to be obscure enough that I won't find it at every table and yet well known enough that I will be interested in reading it once I buy it. Not only will this be a mini-NYC adventure, but I want to read about an adventure in whatever book it is.
So, think about your favorite books, ones that you would recommend to me. Think about how fun it would be for me to look for it on the streets of New York City. And tell me what book you think that should be!
Ready...set...go!
As I was walking around New York City the other day I was reminded of this. I passed book shop after book shop and began stopping at the different book vendors. Wouldn't it be cool to go on a similar mission, looking for a random book every time I passed a vendor?
Well, I decided to do it! And this is where you all come in. I hope to pass many more book vendors and want to go in search of "the book". But I don't know what "the book" is. I want you all to tell me what "the book" is.
Take a few days and think about it. Then post a comment and tell me what book you want me to find. Let's say it has to be obscure enough that I won't find it at every table and yet well known enough that I will be interested in reading it once I buy it. Not only will this be a mini-NYC adventure, but I want to read about an adventure in whatever book it is.
So, think about your favorite books, ones that you would recommend to me. Think about how fun it would be for me to look for it on the streets of New York City. And tell me what book you think that should be!
Ready...set...go!
Tuesday, September 1, 2009
6 Lessons in 3 days
1. Don't confuse the desk clerk at the hostel. If you confuse him then he will confuse you.
2. It is okay to put makeup on in the Subway, or as I like to affectionately call it: farding.
3. The West Village is not a bad place to get lost in.
4. The walking signals are only suggestions. As long as no cars are coming you are free to cross the road.
5. Don't make eye-contact with the creepy guys. If you do they will either say, "hello beautiful" or "hi gorgeous".
6. Just keep walking. You will eventually find the subway.
2. It is okay to put makeup on in the Subway, or as I like to affectionately call it: farding.
3. The West Village is not a bad place to get lost in.
4. The walking signals are only suggestions. As long as no cars are coming you are free to cross the road.
5. Don't make eye-contact with the creepy guys. If you do they will either say, "hello beautiful" or "hi gorgeous".
6. Just keep walking. You will eventually find the subway.
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