And so New York City begins to thaw. The days are getting longer and warmer, and even more people are taking to the streets. The ferry that takes the tourists to the Statue of Lberty has been even more packed, the top deck covered entirely. The popular running routes can look like races, as it seems that everyone has come out to finally start getting in shape. You can almost feel a change, as if everyone has a bit of a spring in his or her step. And then there's Central Park. It's the one place where city-dwellers are able escape, in a sense, to enjoy the weather. It provides a change of scenery, a change of pace. In Central Park, one does not have to rush; one can wander. Its winding paths provide a seemingly endless trail to follow, and a stark contrast to the grid of streets beyond its borders. The scattered ponds and bridges bring a sense of peace and serenity to an otherwise hectic atmosphere.
But the feeling of change spreads beyond Central Park and throughout Manhattan. As spring makes its way into the city, it brings a fresh sense of energy and motivation. If you have been here for a while, you suddenly want to experience those forgotten spots again, and check out the new. If you're a newcomer, like I am, you want to discover it all.
