Ashley Harrell

I can’t get over how beautiful this city is. I know, you’re thinking, “New York? Beautiful?” The truth is… yes. It’s astonishingly gorgeous. The last couple weeks, I have been spending more time outside, running through the park and exploring parts of the city I had never before seen. Thanks to the spring weather and temperatures in the 60’s and 70’s, more and more New Yorkers are outside enjoying the lovely April we have been given. I have never seen so many tulips. Seriously. I love that the people here take such consideration as to plant tulips in little boxes on the sidewalks where canines would normally urinate, were it not for the cast iron fencing surrounding the precious bulbs. If you live in New York, I highly recommend taking a short trip to the Conservatory Garden, or “Secret Garden” on the east side of Central Park at 106th street. There are hundreds of flower varieties in full bloom this week, with lovely magnolia trees shading the benches and statues. And my parents are coming to town this week! I’m looking forward to more park walks… and yes… the Yankees versus Red Sox game tomorrow. 🙂