Sunset reflecting into the office

Metrocard Oragami

Coming up out of the 6 line on 28th St I came across these Metrocard oragami monsters. Very creative and I was greatly amused

Rainy Times Square

Today was a rainy, miserable day. I was out visiting clients all day and passing through Times Square

MoMA - 2nd Floor

Tim Burton at MoMA

Saw the Tim Burton exhibit at the MoMA today. It was packed in there, but well worth fighting the crowds.

East Village Radio

I was down at Lil' Frankies with my cousins for dinner. The world's smallest radio station, East Village Radio, is right next door.

McCormack's

I think I found the trifecta:
1) perfect pints of Guinness
2) free wi-fi
3) good bar food

I can't believe it took me nearly 2 years to find McCormack's. Granted, it is 11 blocks away from my apartment, but I think I finally found the perfect local pub here on the east side.

Stairs at Banana Republic

This shot could use some cropping. I really should crop it. I haven't cropped or edited any pictures on this blog, ever. Should I start now? I'm not a die-hard purist, it's just that ... I don't know what it is. I guess I always took the time to frame shots better so I didn't have to crop/edit. Let this picture be a lesson to me: Rich, frame your shots better.

This is the banister post on the stairs at Banana Republic on 5th Ave & 17th St.

Asleep in Muji

I thought this was hilarious: little kid asleep on the display bed in Muji down in SoHo.

Snow on New Year's Eve Day

Heading to work the morning of New Year's Eve. 42nd St and 2nd Ave, looking west.

Mom's Birdfeeder

This is the happening place for Pittsburgh birds in the winter.

Pepsi in a Bottle

Ah, the never ending quest for Pepsi in a glass bottle continues. This time my parents drove into NYC to visit me in the beginning of the month. They hit up a few bodegas in Hell's Kitchen until they found a case and a half. They also got the card and spoke with the owner. Next time they come to town, just call a week in advance and he'll order as many cases as my dad wants from the distributor. SCORE!

So I didn't feel too bad having one while back in Pgh for Christmas. But I wouldn't have more than one.

Christmas Trees in Union Square

LM and I went down to the Farmer's Market and Christmas Shops in Union Square. Trees are so expensive in the city. I'd probably spend the money if I had somewhere to put it. Instead I'll just enjoy my shots of them.

Christmas Sweater Contest Winner

Paul and a friend were in town. We went to see Paul's friend's friend's cover band perform. They didn't tell me it was also a Christmas sweater contest! Ah well, I couldn't have beat the winner.

Bryant Park at Christmastime

Now that I'm working in midtown again my photo obsession with City Hall Park is eclipsed by my midtown obsession: Bryant Park. During the Christmas shopping season they install a massive temporary rink, shops, a two story temporary building including a restaurant on the 2nd floor, and new this year: an outdoor space with a fire pit, heat lamps, and Adirondack chairs. Here's the grand tour:

Macchiato

Macchiato Espresso Bar is rapidly becoming my favorite afternoon espresso fix. Double espresso. mmmmmmm

St. Patrick's from Madison Ave

Most people go to Fifth Avenue to get their obligitory picture of St. Patrick's Cathedral, but they're missing some nice shots on the Madison Ave side, especially in the morning sun.

This is the first picture I'm publishing with my new DROID. The Blackberry's time/date stamp seemed to have issues and I could never rely on the dates exactly. The DRIOD has a 5MP camera and will geo-locate pictures with GPS coordinates. Looking forward to some good new shots with this baby!

A Bathing Ape Sample Sale

It's a rare day when a guy drags his girlfriend to a sample sale, but I couldn't pass up the A Bathing Ape sale downtown. We waiting in line in the sun for an hour before getting in and I'd have to say it was worth.

Winter Garden Theater

Pedicabs lined up to grab the tourists outside the Winter Garden Theater

Downtown Landscape

The cityscape downtown

Pig Roast

I was down in DC visiting Paul and Ted. Paul was invited to an annual pig roast, how could we pass that up? It was amazing. AMAZING!


soooo goooood

Jeff Getting Crazy

Kathleen & Jeff came up for a quick weekend for her birthday. They stayed with me and we laid low the whole weekend. Here Jeff's getting crazy with some beer/tequila combo. Parents without the kids around!! What will happen next!?!? (we'll probably just go back to the apt and call the babies on Skype)

The Beagles

Kathleen & Jeff's dogs chilling in the backyard in Pittsburgh. I was back in the burgh for Jennifer's HS graduation party. It was a great weekend.

Closed for Lunch

Knutsford Terrace, Kowloon, Hong Kong

It's stinking hot in Hong Kong. The humidity feels like 100% and adds 10 degrees to the effective temperature. When I'm out exploring Kowloon I always take time to stop and cool off at Knutsford Terrace. Here's the view from an Indian restaurant where I had a delicious lunch.

Pa Pa Loves Baby

I was greatly amused by this

Pittsburgh Airport

Heading home to NYC. Just waiting for the plane to arrive.

Pittsburgh & The Duquesne Incline

Some shots of Pittsburgh and our extended family on the Duquesne Incline.

Primanti Bros Sandwich

The original and world famous

We took a Grace Family road trip around Pittsburgh today (my mom's side of the family). This was the house where my grandmother and her siblings grew up.

Save the Last Dance

I can't remember if this was the last dance or the first... either way it makes me smile. They're so happy together. It was a wonderful weekend and I'm so happy to see my sister marry the man she loves.

Sarah & Rob's Wedding Reception

Outside, heading down to the back:


Two views through the trees




The Bride & Groom are announced


At dinner:

Me & Jennifer

After the wedding, in the party bus on our way to the reception.

Bride-To-Be

My sister Sarah on the morning of her wedding day. Hair's done and veil in place, she's just hanging out until it's time to get ready.

Yield

Entrance to the midtown tunnel near my apartment

Fire Damage

Fire destroyed a few stores downtown near where I work.

...Stepped on a Pop-top

She blew out a flip-flop...

Community Park in Alphabet City

I found this community park after walking all the way down the East River Park (again today) and then into the East Village/Alphabet City. Beautiful community park open to the public. I sat in the shade and relaxed for an hour before heading back home.

East River, Looking Uptown

I took a stroll down the East River Park today. Here's a view looking back up river towards midtown.

Resto

Gotta love a restaurant/bar called Resto. Now if I could just find one called Enhance...

Sunbathing in the City

You gotta respect his ingenuity to catch some rays.