Central Park - Harlem Meer & the Conservatory Garden

I didn't sleep well last night and was a little cranky so I decided to start my day off with a walk/run around the northern portion of Central Park.


As a resident of Harlem, I love the northern section of Central Park, as its stunning.  Unlike the lower portion of the park, corporate hands, havent ruined the upper parks natural beauty.  It's truly a neighborhood gather point and a real escape from the hustle and bustle of every day life in New York City.

Around Harlem Meer

I continue south and enter the Conservatory Garden.  I feel like this is my own private oasis from the world.  The three gardens are peaceful and serene, albeit steps from a busy Fifth Avenue.


After leaving the Meer, the first park you encounter is the French Garden.

Next we enter the Italian Garden

One of the highlights of the Italian Garden is the Vanderbilt Gate.

The Wisteria pergola is perfect place to chill or to hang out after a date...hint, hint!

Next up is the English garden which is the absolutely beautiful!

Heading home and my route takes me on the South side of the meer.

Hope you enjoyed!

Bryant Park - 9/11 Tribute

Bryant Parks 9/11 memorial.  2,753 empty chairs were placed on the lawn, one for each of the lives lost in the attacks.  Chairs face south, toward the site where the World Trade Center once stood.

A group dressed as mid century office workers used vintage typewriters to record park visitors answers to the question, “What would you like the world to remember about 9/11?”

Answers will be collected and 

included in a traveling exhibition.