My inspiration for this post came from my dear, longtime blogging friend, Debbie @ Musings by an ND Domer's Mom, who is not only a gifted...
One of the primary things I love about New York is what many others find daunting.
And that is the volume of people who encompass the city; including native New Yorkers, transplants, and travelers.
New York is all about submerging yourself within the mass of diverse humanity.
Now, can it become overwhelming at times? Yes, of course it can. I adore city life, but I sometimes need to take a break.
What I find hysterical though is that I am a series of contradictions. I'm a card-carrying introvert who cherishes my time alone, but who also craves being around people. I hate crowded places like bars, restaurants, and theme parks because I feel claustrophobic. Yet, a crowded city like New York not only doesn't bother me, I find it exhilarating and calming at the same time. And I don't necessarily have to talk to people to enjoy them, I can just sit in a park and simply observe them and find enjoyment. One other contradiction of mine is that I find people fascinating and a fun to be around, yet people can get on my last nerve and irritate the crap out of me to the point where I just want to go back to being an introvert again. LOL!
But still, even though people can sometimes get on my nerves, I openly choose to be surrounded by them. Which is why I enjoy city life, and careers that involve interacting with lots of people.
I need human contact because it gives me fuel.
And that is why I've always been drawn to New York.
And that is the volume of people who encompass the city; including native New Yorkers, transplants, and travelers.
New York is all about submerging yourself within the mass of diverse humanity.
Now, can it become overwhelming at times? Yes, of course it can. I adore city life, but I sometimes need to take a break.
What I find hysterical though is that I am a series of contradictions. I'm a card-carrying introvert who cherishes my time alone, but who also craves being around people. I hate crowded places like bars, restaurants, and theme parks because I feel claustrophobic. Yet, a crowded city like New York not only doesn't bother me, I find it exhilarating and calming at the same time. And I don't necessarily have to talk to people to enjoy them, I can just sit in a park and simply observe them and find enjoyment. One other contradiction of mine is that I find people fascinating and a fun to be around, yet people can get on my last nerve and irritate the crap out of me to the point where I just want to go back to being an introvert again. LOL!
But still, even though people can sometimes get on my nerves, I openly choose to be surrounded by them. Which is why I enjoy city life, and careers that involve interacting with lots of people.
I need human contact because it gives me fuel.
And that is why I've always been drawn to New York.
It's all that "people-energy" which inspires and ignites me.
You see, although New York is architecturally an amazing-looking city, it's really the people who make New York what New York is.
A vortex of life-giving energy that is shared between all its people.
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I haven't made a video in years. However, lately I've been feeling more creative and inspired to do so.
Several days ago I was listening to the song, "New World Coming" by Cass Elliot of "The Mamas and the Papas", and suddenly realized how perfect it would be for putting together a music video interjected with photographs I've taken of New York over the years. When I heard this song, not only did I feel they were the ideal words for giving New York City a sense of hope and recovery, but I have forever admired the vocal talent of Cass Elliot. She had such a crystal clear voice that exuded so much heart. And that's exactly what you experience when you hear this song.
Over the years, I've seen New York recover from so many challenges. Whether it was 9/11 or Hurricane Sandy, New York epitomizes the Phoenix, which is the ultimate symbol of strength and renewal. Whatever catastrophes fall upon New York, it never remains down. It goes from ashes, to rebirth, and then rises again.
So remember New York, there's a new world coming!
This is for you, with love...
You see, although New York is architecturally an amazing-looking city, it's really the people who make New York what New York is.
A vortex of life-giving energy that is shared between all its people.
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I haven't made a video in years. However, lately I've been feeling more creative and inspired to do so.
Several days ago I was listening to the song, "New World Coming" by Cass Elliot of "The Mamas and the Papas", and suddenly realized how perfect it would be for putting together a music video interjected with photographs I've taken of New York over the years. When I heard this song, not only did I feel they were the ideal words for giving New York City a sense of hope and recovery, but I have forever admired the vocal talent of Cass Elliot. She had such a crystal clear voice that exuded so much heart. And that's exactly what you experience when you hear this song.
Over the years, I've seen New York recover from so many challenges. Whether it was 9/11 or Hurricane Sandy, New York epitomizes the Phoenix, which is the ultimate symbol of strength and renewal. Whatever catastrophes fall upon New York, it never remains down. It goes from ashes, to rebirth, and then rises again.
So remember New York, there's a new world coming!
This is for you, with love...
Have a spectacular weekend, everyone!
And be well...💗
Interesting sidenote:
When putting this video together, I quickly went through my photographs and just randomly selected them. Then, when it came time to place them into the soundtrack, I also quickly selected the photos without even thinking about which ones would go where in the track. And when I hit the play button to see what I would need to do to make changes, I didn't have to make a single change because each photo was exactly where it needed to be to coincide with the words, the melody, and the emotion of the song.
In all the years I've made videos, that has never happened.
*Those who read my blog via email, here is the link to the video.
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When putting this video together, I quickly went through my photographs and just randomly selected them. Then, when it came time to place them into the soundtrack, I also quickly selected the photos without even thinking about which ones would go where in the track. And when I hit the play button to see what I would need to do to make changes, I didn't have to make a single change because each photo was exactly where it needed to be to coincide with the words, the melody, and the emotion of the song.
In all the years I've made videos, that has never happened.
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