New York, New York

Or New Yoike, New Yoike as the locals like to call it.

We've abandoned the kids in England this time (yes I know .... AGAIN). Martin is working here for a few days so we've got the opportunity to do a few days shopping & sightseeing over here. Today we've been back to Ground Zero which hasn't really moved on that much since we were here last over a year ago. They have opened up a memorial type of place which was very moving. All of the posters that were created by friends & relatives that we saw on TV were put on a huge mural, along with all of the photos of those killed. Its quite sobering to see all of the faces, very very sad. Its a must see for anyone visiting really. On a brighter note, the new building at the WTC site should start being erected very soon and it looks like it will be just as big a landmark in lower Manhattan as the twin towers were. Lets just hope the idiots don't try it again.

After Ground Zero (and the HUGE lunch that followed) we were off shopping for bargains. It didn't take long for our feet to be walked off and in much need of some decent American beers. Off down 5th Ave and Maddison tomorrow so the credit card with be taking yet more of a hammering.

Bye Y'all.