Let’s Welcome “Subway Santa” To Chicago! Here is Santa arriving by train in Chicago…a video I captured several years ago, and which went viral on YouTube to the tune of 8.4 million views! I’ve got the whole story, but first,… Read More ›
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Here Are 2025’s Funniest Holiday Memes – With A “6 7” Twist For The Kids!
I’m Dreaming Of A Six Seven Christmas…” Well, it appears that 2025 is the year of the “6 7” holiday season! Here’s proof: I found variations of this ad all over the internet…so, even though “6 7” just means “whatever,… Read More ›
Need A Christmas Tree? Try A New York Sidewalk Store! Plus I Have A Martini Ornament – And A Pizza-Toting Rodent Too!
Here’s My 2025 Christmas Tree! The lights are on and soon it will be decorated with some really fun ornaments I can’t wait to show you! First: this 7 foot Fraser Fir (Abies fraseri) is a popular, fragrant evergreen tree native… Read More ›
“Rocky Raccoon” Roams Central Park! I’ve Got Video Of My Wildlife Encounter!
“Rocky Raccoon” Welcomes You To New York! New York spring days are gorgeous, so I went for a walk in Central Park, and found a new friend! Reports put the Raccoon population in Central Park at 300-500 at any time…while… Read More ›
Have You Counted Central Park’s Archways? I Did! Here They Are Up Close!
Welcome To New York’s Central Park! I found this aerial shot of Manhattan and Central Park online – a gorgeous shot that captures the majesty of the park….but a closer look also reveals something else: The Park Has “Arches!” Yes,… Read More ›
“Wrapping Up” Central Park – Virtually! 20 Years Of Christo’s “The Gates” Are Back!
The Gates Are Back In New York! Look at these amazing orange “gates” providing a colorful walkway through New York’s Central Park! It’s all part of a celebration of 20 years of “The Gates!” This is the incredible work of… Read More ›
New York’s Smallest Piece Of Real Estate Trips Me Up! An AI-Enchanced Tale Of Woe…
This is an update to a story I shared a while ago: this is a unique spot in New York City, sitting just north of the Freedom Tower, which at night looms large in the distance: Located where the twin… Read More ›
Merry Christmas And Happy Holidays! Enjoy this One Can “Christmas Tinner!”
Merry Christmas All! Need a last minute holiday meal? How about this! While this isn’t my annual Christmas feast, it could be yours! Scrambled Egg and BaconTwo Mince PiesTurkey And PotatoesGravyBread SauceCranberry SauceBrussel Sprouts With Stuffing – Or Broccoli With… Read More ›
Have You Seen “Subway Santa?” Here’s Santa Claus ArrivingIn Chicago – By Train!
Let’s Welcome “Subway Santa” To Chicago! Here is a winter sunrise over Lake Michigan from downtown Chicago…where my wife and I lived for 5 years….and I realize that I have never shared one of the city’s most uniquely entertaining holiday… Read More ›
The Holiday Magic Of Macy’s! Amazing Decor And “Wooden” Escalators!
Welcome To A Christmas Festival – New York Style! This is Macy’s department store, located at 34th and 6th avenue in New York. Yes, they sponsor the annual Thanksgiving Day parade in New York – and oh yeah: The building’s 2.5… Read More ›
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