What a fascinating 3 hours tour this was with a guide full of anecdotes and information.
Was surprised at the amount of islands in the Hudson.
While Pepsi is no longer made here the sign remains on the Jersey side.
The Four Freedoms Memorial dedicated to FDR and lies on the end of Roosevelt Island.
FDR Memorial
One can obtain passage to this Island through the tram located on East 60th and 2nd Avenue for the minimal fee of $2.90
The tram is fascinating, giving beautiful aerial views of the river and landscape below
Smallpox Sanitorium
This small pox sanatorium lies in ruins on the island as well.
Another view
There also is a former psychiatric hospital where Nellie Bly the famous female reporter of the 1900โs went undercover to expose the institution.
Note the building with the flag is the site.This designates the end of the island.Other Boats on tourU Thant Island
This island is the smallest island in the river named for the famous UN member. It is a protected bird sanctuary for double crested corcormants.
The UNManhattan and Queensboro Bridges I believe he said Electric PlantHunts Point Industrial Area where the greatest amount of food distribution occurs in the worldGreat sunset on Hunts PointAn abandoned island in the River. Many islands that are abandoned have prohibited access. Rikers Island – it is hoped that by 2030 this notorious city jail will be closed.Another island left to nature with prohibited access. The guide has been on this island as he was a naturalist and stated it was loaded with poison ivy amongst the ruins.Sadly our 3 hour tour ends with my charger death but what a fascinating tour!
The gardens surrounding the Museum are simple and elegant..
On the way back to Brooklyn from the Pom meet the Frick Museum caught my eye. Had been wanting to visit since their 330 million dollar upgrade where they opened a second floor to the collection.
Photos not allowed but was able to snap the atrium
Henry Clay Frisk was an American industrialist involved in a bumpy business relationship with Andrew Carnegie. Driven by the need for power and wealth he harshly treated his workers. This is turn caused his assassination by an anarchist who broke into his home shooting him in the head and stabbing him.
Much of the museum is portraits and religious works. However, with the opening of the second floor rare ceramics, watches, and a even more rare collection of medals are on display.
The way to the second floor.
This send floor was where the family resided. And while the art is beyond words the rooms with their ornate fireplaces, hand carved wood trim are a work of art onto its own. Take the time to closely view the beauty of each room if you are fortunate enough to visit.
Stopped in NYC after the Berkshires to visit my Brooklyn family. Slept well after the 4 hour commute. In the morning made a pit stop to see one of my daughterโs work events in Times Square.
After checking out the event on to a street fair.
Miss you.Such fun sharing all the ๐ฅ food.
But the best part was the t-shirt saying
Heโs on the List
Next event the Pomeranian picnic ๐งบ in Central Park.
Itโs silent right now but am attending a pre rehearsal talk regarding the upcoming concert of the Tanglewood Music Center Orchestra. They will be performing Prokofiev who is known for Peter and the Wolf as well as Romeo and Juliet works.
The presenter is droll but am sure he is a rather learned chap. Iโm writing my blog as he speaks, and catch a few words of wisdom about the upcoming concert. Iโm sure it will be grand. ๐น๐น๐น๐น๐น๐น๐น๐น
A performer arrives.
The concert is soon but Iโve decided rather than taking my $40 seat will partake from a perch outside one of the restaurant venues.
Have to get used to rockers as will be a grandma soon.
My perch at Tanglewood- priceless
As a solo traveler, itโs always an odd experience never knowing if someone will speak to you and thus far in this trip, no one has, which is fine. Iโve enjoyed my solitude away from the harshness of the psych ward and good to be away from those who walk such a challenging life.
Good bye to my amazing visit which has given amazing memories.
Attended a concert ๐ต with the Boston Pops having Kelli OโHara and Sutton Foster doing a combination singing ๐ถ, dancing, and comedy show. It was quite entertaining so catch them if they come to town.
Itโs been an idyllic weather weekend in the Berkshires with another gorgeous day is in the works.
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As I park a youth waves me to pull my car ๐ closer to the car ahead. I do not want to and shake my head she tells me to. My car rolls and my front bumper touches the back bumper of the SUV ahead of me. Soon the supervisor arrives followed by 5 more attendants then a state police ๐ฎ officer. Thankfully, I am cleared.
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I am furious as one teen parking attendant as she departs wishes me a happy day. I say fuck you doubtful they heard me. I sit in the car ๐ a bit to decompress.
As I walk toward the Tanglewood entrance I note ๐ the parking attendant who told me to move the car further placing me in this ๐ฅ pickle is laughing amongst her other parking folk.
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And you know what? I am going to flip the switch and laugh as well.
What a lesson in letting go, and itโs time for Tosca.