Steve in traffic

Hi Mom,

It's fun having Steve here, getting to show him a thing or two even though I can't really do a ton of exciting stuff thanks to my back. Today's venture (since walking is wayy easier than sitting)--a trip to High Line, the new park built on the old train tracks.

Steve made friends with everyone up there, including the man who sells coconuts. He said it was the best coconut he'd ever had, and meant it! The guy was thrilled, totally thrilled.

They also have an overlook where you can peer directly into the traffic below. While this may appeal to tourists, I can't imagine New Yorkers really getting a thrill out of staring at traffic. Especially those with cars--as I'd imagine they spend most of their time in it.

Very relaxing up there, some interesting shrubbery that's currently passing for gardens or fields or whatnot. We agreed that the freeways in Michigan have better foliage, but maybe that's just plain old Midwest snobbery.

Love,
Karen