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Oddly enough, one of my favorite things about New York is the presence of nature in the city.
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Central Park is so much more majestic for its city setting and natural / city contrasts.
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While in New York last weekend,
Habitually Chic and I enjoyed the fine spring weather and spent the afternoon wandering around this paradise with ice cream cones. Maybe a little too long, I'm still suffering from my peeley sunburn!
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Another piece of nature lies on the medians of Park Avenue. The pink metal rose sculptures by Will Ryman are surrounded by spring tulips for a short time every year.
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A city of contrasts: the man-made and the natural working in harmony. Enjoy your weekend!