Tag Archives: New York
Downtown
New York City used to be something else: a melting pot fueled by its own rut. The scum, dirt and despicable aspects of the city are what propelled its high culture upbringing. I’m not old enough to remember this city, … Continue reading
Delusionally Elevated
For a period of less than two years — 2007 through a slice of 2008 — I dreamed (figuratively, really) of being what Michael Lewis categorized as a big swinging dick. My ride through Wall Street, in the grand scheme of a “career,” was … Continue reading
Another New York Morning
I grab the jet black jacket from the wall hook, jiggle the left pocket with my right hand to ensure my keys are there, throw my bag over my shoulder and walk swiftly out of the door into the brisk, … Continue reading
Wating for the Sun
The alarm would buzz surprisingly every morning at 4:30am, even though I should have been used to it. I’d zombie to the shower, and finally make my way out for a brisk walk to the subway during the muggy, New … Continue reading