Reflections in New York

Reflections in New York

While in New York City I expected to see a lot of homeless people. It’s a big city, and that sadly seems to come with the territory. I was surprised how few I saw (I’m sure there’s a reason, one involving tourists and police and city image), and how...
Reflections in New York

A Stranger in New York City

  I met a man in New York City, in Grand Central Station. He was eating ice cream at a counter. I stood next to him and ordered a crepe. He smiled, and cleared off the stool next to him so I could sit down. I thought, in typical New York fashion, that I would eat...
Reflections in New York

New York City

  I spent the last few days in New York City. Or, more specifically, in a hotel in New York. I didn’t get out as much as I wanted to because I spent too much time talking to people and attending a conference. I had a blast! It just meant I didn’t do...
Reflections in New York

The Art of Packing

In just a few short hours I will be in New York City, to attend ThrillerFest (a conference for writers). I’m so excited I can hardly stand myself. For one thing, I’ll get to meet a lot of people I’ve only known through social media. For another,...