Today’s Flowers: Behind the Church Fence

December 14, 2008 | Filed Under About New York blog, Awards, Bloggers, Chelsea, Flowers, Forsythia, Neighborhoods, Seasons, Spring, Sunflower Award 2008 | 17 Comments

On the grounds of an old Episcopalian church in the Chelsea neighborhood, downtown, I spied this flowering tree. I took this photo months ago in the Spring time when I was hanging out with Elizabeth.

Thank you Today’s Flower’s Team (Luiz, Denise and Laetre) for presenting this Sunflower Award 2008 to all those who participate in the Today’s Flowers photo blogging event.

Visit TODAY’S FLOWERS to see a wonderful collection of flower photos worldwide.

Paz

The San Remo and a Book (Jane in Winter)

December 3, 2008 | Filed Under About New York blog, Apartment Buildings, Avenues, Bloggers, Blogging Friends Forever, Books, Central Park West, Children's Books, The House in Marrakesh blog, The San Remo | 20 Comments

The San Remo between the naked trees of Central Park

Passing through Central Park, heading towards the West Side, I spot the San Remo. It’s a luxury coop apartment building, famous for its celebrity tenants like Bruce Willis, Demi Moore, Steven Spielberg, Glenn Close and more. You can see the San Remo in an older photo on a different day, here.

Jane in Winter by Elizabeth Wix

Available now at Lulu.com

On another note, I wanted to share some fun news with everyone: Fellow blogger and friend, Elizabeth of About New York and The House in Marrakesh has recently published a children’s book entitled Jane in Winter.

I read this book, which takes place in the 1950s and is about a very brave young girl who goes on an adventure around the time of Christmas. Not only did I enjoy the storyline, but I also like the fact that Elizabeth designed the cover, herself. The little girl and the scenery is very much as I’d imagined when reading the story.

Oh! Oh! I almost forgot: I also like that this book is available in ebook form, as well as paperback. I think Jane in Winter makes a wonderful gift if you’re looking for one.

Congratulations, Elizabeth! Fun story!

Paz

Here’s a small blurb:

Jane in Winter

by Elizabeth Wix

The story of Jane Mabry, an ordinary ten year old girl who lives in a romantic gamekeeper’s cottage on the estate of the once powerful Mabry family. Jane’s life is transformed when she meets Mrs. Parsifal and her adventures begin. This is a story for children, but Anglophiles and those who grew up in the 1950′s–or wish they did– will relish a visit to a vanished world. Aimed at readers aged 8-12 but can be enjoyed by grown ups too.

Available now at Lulu.com

Autumn Day on the Harlem River

November 16, 2008 | Filed Under Autumn/Fall, Awards, Harlem River, Marie Antoinette, Premio Dardos, Rivers, Seasons | 41 Comments

Just recently: A beautiful and calm day on the Harlem river. It was not long ago, that everything was green here.

And some awards:

Thanks to Pat of MILLE FIORI FAVORITI for passing along the Premio Dardos Award. "This award acknowledges the values that every blogger shows in his/her effort to transmit cultural, ethical, literary and personal values every day."

Thanks, also, to Amy of THE HEART OF A SEED for passing along The Marie Antoinette – A Real Person, A Real Award .

I feel very honored and would like to pass them on to:

1- Everyone who has stopped by here.

2- Everyone on my Blogroll.

I enjoy and appreciate all your blogs!

Paz

Blogging Friends Forever Award

November 11, 2008 | Filed Under Autumn/Fall, Awards, Blogging Friends Forever, Seasons | 32 Comments

Northern part of Manhattan.

Recently June of Spatter, Lily of Long Island Daily and Bettye of 365 Days in Islip passed out this Blogging Friends Forever award. Thank you, June, Lily and Bettye! There are specific rules on passing out the award. However, I’m going to do things a little differently.

I’d like to pass this award to:

1- All those who have stopped by the blog.

2- Everyone listed in my BLOGROLL section.

I enjoy your blogs and am happy when you can stop by mine with your comments. It’s no fun without you.

There’s no obligation to receive this award and pass it along. I’m passing out the award in the spirit of fun and appreciation for your blogs. No pressures here. Okay?

Oh! If anyone is interested in the original rules, here they are:

Here are the rules for the award:
1. Only five people allowed
2. Four have to be dedicated followers of your blog
3. One has to be someone new or recently new to your blog and live in another part of the world
4. You must link back to whomever gave you the award

Paz

Super Sweet Shots Award

November 7, 2008 | Filed Under Apartment Buildings, Autumn/Fall, Awards, New York Cityscape, Seasons, Super Sweet Shots, Trees | 33 Comments

Autumn colors are finally decorating the city. This is the West side of Manhattan.

Paz

Oh, wow! Everyone has been very kind, passing along very cool awards my way. Harriet of Hey Harriet (and creator of Shadow Shots Sunday) made this special Super Sweet Shots award and has passed it along. Thanks, Harriet!

In turn, I am passing the award to YOU.

Remember: You do NOT have to accept this award. You do NOT have to pass it on. You do NOT have to do anything if you don’t want to do so. I’m simply passing the award along in the spirit of fun and appreciation for your blog.

Paz

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