This was our last full day in NYC, and for the most part, we wanted to take it easy.
Brooklyn Bridge Promenade / Park
This is always a nice little stroll, with a great view of southern Manhattan. Brides are legally required to take photos there, if not hold the wedding on the premises. Additionally, a park has been added where a bunch of unused docks used to be. Very nice. Also a at the foot of the bridge is the seriously awesome Brooklyn Ice Cream Factory.
United Nations
Just strolled by. None of the flags were flying - I'm assuming because the UN was not in session. Boo (about the flags, that is).
Good Burger - 800 2nd Ave
Home of the Good Burger. Interestingly enough, it was good. Not too pricey for Manhattan standards, and not nearly as tacky as I was afraid it might be.
Brothers' Residence - Bedford Park, The Bronx
We made a run up to the Brothers' house in Bedford Park to say hi. Of the three Brothers in residence (Ed, Bill, Joe), only Bill was around. It was nice to catch up with Bill, and see him wave enthusiastically at Jennifer (inside joke).
Central Park
We strolled around for a bit, walked through Strawberry Fields. It's supposed to be a nice quiet spot for reflection. Unless, of course, its the anniversary of some milestone in John Lennon's life (birth, death, 1st baby tooth, last haircut) - then its an excuse for hippies and hipsters alike to throw a party. This time was his birthday, I think. We eventually caught up with Bekky, who was done with church (Paul went golfing).
L&B Spumoni Garden Brooklyn
Paul insisted we were still in Brooklyn. I'm not sure that we weren't in Canada. Paul & Bekky strongly recommended it. The place is well-known for its Sicilian style pizza. The Robbins' insisted that it didn't even need toppings, but I couldn't change my philistine ways, and insisted on pepperoni. I think they added to the experience. Also, the serve spumoni there (who knew?). It's like neapolitan ice cream, except with pistachio instead of strawberry. Weird, Italian, good. I think Jennifer is still waiting on her lasagna.
Tomorrow: I'll show you were you can put that carry on bag, sir.
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