It wasn't a great week for those NFL fans living in New York City who root for local teams (which you should). Both of New York's professional football teams lost games that they were expected to win, and both in some pretty spectacularly horrible ways.
Let's start with the NewYork Jets. Sanchez had another disappointing game, and the Jets lost to the surging Denver Broncos. I do not know what Tim Tebow has going out there in the Mile High City, but he has the Broncos inspired, and his run of 20+ yards to give Denver the lead and the victory will certainly keep them inspired. Denver is now 5-5, and the Jets have the same disappointing record as well.
The Giants appeared to have an easy victory this weekend, as they were playing a reeling Philadelphia Eagles team that was without starting quarterback Michael Vick (out with a rib injury). Backup Vince Young (yeah, he still plays) took his spot, and it seemed like the Giants were poised to get a win, which they desperately needed to try and maintain pace with the Dallas Cowboys, who had beaten the Washington Redskins earlier in the day an an exciting overtime thriller.
Unfortunately for the Giants, no one told Philadelphia that they were supposed to get beaten today, and Philly came out and pulled off a 20-13 victory, sealed when Eli Manning got blindsided and fumbled the ball away on what appeared to be the Giant's tying drive at the end of the fourth quarter. The Eagles then pulled off a spectacular running play of over 60 yards to ice the game, and the Giants went into the locker room as losers yet again.
Anything NYC this might be, but I sure would prefer to write about some New York victories in the National Football League, as opposed to both of our teams getting beaten. Hopefully, there will be some good news in the future.
Sunday, November 20, 2011
Wednesday, November 16, 2011
Shooting at a Nightclub
UGH! I get so tired of reading about stupid stuff that people do, hearing about it on the radio, or worse, watching it on television. Today I get to hear about how three people were shot (one died) at a local New York City nightclub.
Of course, you are probably thinking like I was that this is a tragedy, and you probably wonder if anyone else was hurt, if they had families, or what started the whole thing? However, apparently the local news doesn't care about it, nor any national network. No, apparently the big story is that a NFL player or three was there during the shooting.
Don't worry fantasy football players, bookies, sports fanatics, or ESPN watchers - these players are just fine, albeit likely a bit shook up. As for anyone that cares about the news, you are out of luck. The news would rather focus on the potential impact of the shooting on the game on Sunday than to worry about the dangers of a shooting in Chelsea or the impact on the victims families.
Ridiculous.
Of course, you are probably thinking like I was that this is a tragedy, and you probably wonder if anyone else was hurt, if they had families, or what started the whole thing? However, apparently the local news doesn't care about it, nor any national network. No, apparently the big story is that a NFL player or three was there during the shooting.
Don't worry fantasy football players, bookies, sports fanatics, or ESPN watchers - these players are just fine, albeit likely a bit shook up. As for anyone that cares about the news, you are out of luck. The news would rather focus on the potential impact of the shooting on the game on Sunday than to worry about the dangers of a shooting in Chelsea or the impact on the victims families.
Ridiculous.
Saturday, November 12, 2011
Musicians in NYC: How Do They Manage?
Sometimes when I am walking the streets of New York City, I encounter a musician on the street carrying some giant instrument in hand or on a back, and I cannot help but cringe and think how much easier life would be if NYC were a city where you could just load up your gear into a car or truck and be right on your way.
I mean, seriously, how in the world do these young kids manage? I cannot picture myself lugging a giant instrument around all day on my back, navigating crowds of tourists, packed subway cars, and all of the walking that goes along with getting anywhere in New York City (no matter how much public transportation there is).
I have to say that I find the whole thing quite impressive, and also a real indicator of passion and love for music. After all, if you do not love your instrument or playing it, the incredible burden of hauling it around everywhere will certainly give the not-so-passionate musician pause, and likely lead to them to at the very least switch instruments, if not give up on playing music altogether.
So my fellow New York City dwellers, the next time you see someone struggling with a heavy instrument case or looking like they are going to pass out from the weight on the subway, give them a helping hand or the seat that you do not really need, and help keep their passion alive. You never know when we might be teetering on the brink of losing the next musical genius due to the nature of life in New York, and let us all try to help prevent that from ever happening.
I mean, seriously, how in the world do these young kids manage? I cannot picture myself lugging a giant instrument around all day on my back, navigating crowds of tourists, packed subway cars, and all of the walking that goes along with getting anywhere in New York City (no matter how much public transportation there is).
I have to say that I find the whole thing quite impressive, and also a real indicator of passion and love for music. After all, if you do not love your instrument or playing it, the incredible burden of hauling it around everywhere will certainly give the not-so-passionate musician pause, and likely lead to them to at the very least switch instruments, if not give up on playing music altogether.
So my fellow New York City dwellers, the next time you see someone struggling with a heavy instrument case or looking like they are going to pass out from the weight on the subway, give them a helping hand or the seat that you do not really need, and help keep their passion alive. You never know when we might be teetering on the brink of losing the next musical genius due to the nature of life in New York, and let us all try to help prevent that from ever happening.
Friday, November 11, 2011
Ah, Rats!
The title of this blog is Anything NYC, so this post is going to be about something truly random that I encountered while walking along Broadway. It was a sewer cover, with half of a rat sticking out of it. Now, to elaborate, the rat had been ran over and it was a bit of a gory sight. However, it stayed there all day long, and I expect it to still be there tomorrow.
It got me to thinking about how many rats there are in this city, and how mean they are. If you are not in New York City, you may have encountered a small rat or the occasional mouse, but let me assure you that they are nothing like the beasts that roam the street, buildings, subways, or sewer tunnels in this city. They are big, mean, and bold, and not exactly anything that you want to encounter ever.
My question in the end was simply this: How many rats are in New York City? I have not been able to find any information, but have seen several stories and articles suggesting that there may be as many rats as people. If so, highly disturbing, but if not, I bet it is fairly close.
Be careful out there NYC! Crime on the streets is always a possibility, but a rat attack is too! Stay safe!
It got me to thinking about how many rats there are in this city, and how mean they are. If you are not in New York City, you may have encountered a small rat or the occasional mouse, but let me assure you that they are nothing like the beasts that roam the street, buildings, subways, or sewer tunnels in this city. They are big, mean, and bold, and not exactly anything that you want to encounter ever.
My question in the end was simply this: How many rats are in New York City? I have not been able to find any information, but have seen several stories and articles suggesting that there may be as many rats as people. If so, highly disturbing, but if not, I bet it is fairly close.
Be careful out there NYC! Crime on the streets is always a possibility, but a rat attack is too! Stay safe!
Friday, November 4, 2011
Macaroni and Cheese
You know what I love about NYC - the wide variety and options there are when it comes to getting something as simple as macaroni and cheese. Now most people grew up eating box macaroni, where you boiled some water, poured in a packet of powder, added milk, and gobbled it up. This macaroni was great, but it absolutely cannot compare with the wonders that New York City has to offer when it comes to this fine and tasty dish.
It seems like anywhere you go in the city you can find this delectable dish prepared in a different way, and it is all so good. Since I live in the Village, I often wander around there where you have S'Mac, Macaroni Macaroni, and MacBar, all of which offer some tasty goodness. Another great place there for a sit down mean is Home, where their baked macaroni and cheese is sure to delight.
Today I ventured to the Murray Hill area, where I encountered a 5 cheese macaroni and cheese that was delightful indeed. While grabbing a beer at Highland Park, I noticed it on the menu, so of course I tried it out. It was so delicious, cheesy, and perfectly cooked, that I ate the whole thing in the blink of an eye.
This has made me decide that I am going to go on a quest, and seek out all of the best macaroni and cheese in the city. The great thing about NYC is that I can spend a lifetime doing just that!
It seems like anywhere you go in the city you can find this delectable dish prepared in a different way, and it is all so good. Since I live in the Village, I often wander around there where you have S'Mac, Macaroni Macaroni, and MacBar, all of which offer some tasty goodness. Another great place there for a sit down mean is Home, where their baked macaroni and cheese is sure to delight.
Today I ventured to the Murray Hill area, where I encountered a 5 cheese macaroni and cheese that was delightful indeed. While grabbing a beer at Highland Park, I noticed it on the menu, so of course I tried it out. It was so delicious, cheesy, and perfectly cooked, that I ate the whole thing in the blink of an eye.
This has made me decide that I am going to go on a quest, and seek out all of the best macaroni and cheese in the city. The great thing about NYC is that I can spend a lifetime doing just that!
Thursday, November 3, 2011
Handicap Access to the City
New York City, for all of its elevators, escalators, ramps and such, is not really the place to live when you are in a wheelchair or on crutches. If you are blind, you are even worse off, as none of the technological advances that are seen in other cities can be found here. Why is this?
I think that in terms of the blind, there just hasn't been enough of a push on their behalf. I spent some time one day watching a blind man navigate and was absolutely impressed by his abilities and self-reliance, but also horrified by several of the near misses that I saw. To me, it makes sense to arm crosswalks with some kind of sound emitter that can help protect this vulnerable population as they cross the street (at the least).
In terms of wheelchairs and crutches, the thing that really strikes me is subway access. To be sure, there are definitely elevators that lead down into most of the subways, but once you take that elevator, where do you go from there? How do you bridge the gap between the platform and the railcar? Clearly, something more needs to be done here.
Speaking of those elevators, I think that there should be some type of mandatory cleaning schedule, because those things absolutely reek. They smell like a combination of human waste, old food, dirt, rust, and machinery, and it is unpleasant to say the least. The handicapped population (differently abled if you will) already has enough issues getting around in New York City, and it doesn't make sense to subject them to even more hardships.
I think that in terms of the blind, there just hasn't been enough of a push on their behalf. I spent some time one day watching a blind man navigate and was absolutely impressed by his abilities and self-reliance, but also horrified by several of the near misses that I saw. To me, it makes sense to arm crosswalks with some kind of sound emitter that can help protect this vulnerable population as they cross the street (at the least).
In terms of wheelchairs and crutches, the thing that really strikes me is subway access. To be sure, there are definitely elevators that lead down into most of the subways, but once you take that elevator, where do you go from there? How do you bridge the gap between the platform and the railcar? Clearly, something more needs to be done here.
Speaking of those elevators, I think that there should be some type of mandatory cleaning schedule, because those things absolutely reek. They smell like a combination of human waste, old food, dirt, rust, and machinery, and it is unpleasant to say the least. The handicapped population (differently abled if you will) already has enough issues getting around in New York City, and it doesn't make sense to subject them to even more hardships.
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