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Fair weather window

2012-02-09T12:25:00.000-05:00

I read of the passing of Norma Langworthy on Gothamist this morning. Here is her obituary in the NY Times. I loved walking down 11th Street and looking up to her window to check out Paddington Bear and what he was wearing. The townhouse itself stands out on the block as it is...

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Soho afternoon

2012-02-06T19:44:00.000-05:00

I like this little section of Howard Street, where it bisects Mercer. It's still got that dusty industrial feel to it, with ratty metal facades and a worn cobblestone street. I'm not sure how long this 'forgotten' block will last as there is a major construction site on the NE end, but...

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Scharf-mobile

2012-02-02T14:03:00.004-05:00

I really want to believe this car belongs to Kenny Scharf, but am not sure...it could very well be a fan with awesome style. Copyright The Gog Log 2011 at thegoglog.blogspot.com

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Heebie jeebies

2012-01-30T22:19:00.000-05:00

Sleep tight...! Copyright The Gog Log 2011 at thegoglog.blogspot.com

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Rally in Washington Square Park

2012-01-29T20:50:00.000-05:00

This was the scene today in Washington Square Park as OWS rallied in support of Occupy Oakland. The People's Library... Knitters... The Tax Dodgers... The Drum Circle... I had to leave before the group marched downtown. but for footage of that, see Tim Pool's video...

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It lives!

2012-01-29T17:24:00.002-05:00

We're back online! After a week of technical turmoil, I'm happy to report we're mostly functional. The photo archive is still trapped in a nebula, but we're hoping that will be sorted out soon. In the mean time, let's forge ahead...Copyright The Gog Log 2011 at...

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Dead in the water

2012-01-25T13:20:00.000-05:00

Ugh. So, my computer up and died. Or, more specifically, became zombified. It's technically still alive, but its braaaaaiiiinz are mush. This has meant being unable to upload any pictures or do much of anything. I didn't think I was that dependent on living digitally,...

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'Til we meet again

2012-01-19T15:59:00.000-05:00

Forever, and forever, farewell . . . ! If we do meet again, why, we shall smile; If not, why then this parting was well made. ...

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Winter on 5th Avenue

2012-01-17T13:21:00.001-05:00

As I mentioned earlier, it's a tradition of mine to open the holiday season with a trip up 5th Avenue to see the Bergdorf Goodman windows. I usually do this before Christmas when there are hordes of shoppers and I end up losing my temper with the crowds and running away screaming. This...

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The die is cast...

2012-01-10T18:57:00.000-05:00

July 3, 2007: May 10, 2011: September 9, 2011: January 4, 2012: Previously. Copyright The Gog Log 2011 at thegoglog.blogspot.com

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Time to hit the Stage!

2012-01-09T14:04:00.000-05:00

So many favorite neighborhood businesses have been closing lately, it's making me nervous. The best way to combat this anxiety is to continue to support those that still live, so here's my plug for one I could not live without: The Stage Restaurant at 128 2nd Ave. Seating is...

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Welcome to Mordor

2012-01-04T20:59:00.000-05:00

Walking past Mars Bar (ahem, the former Mars Bar) tonight, the hair on my neck suddenly stood up and a feeling of dread spread over me. Looking over my shoulder, I saw it: the smoldering red eye of the future... Previously.Copyright The Gog Log 2011 at thegoglog.blogspot.com

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The Dominatrix

2012-01-03T20:57:00.000-05:00

That's what the birders in Tompkins Square call her, so I'm not gonna disagree... More...please! Previously.Copyright The Gog Log 2011 at thegoglog.blogspot.com

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Goodbye 2011

2011-12-31T12:51:00.001-05:00

I can't say I'm going to miss 2011. It was difficult in many ways, which included losing too many people and places that were important to me. On a good note, I met several new people this year who have been the bright spots in an otherwise dark year. You know who you are and you're...

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It's hard to believe it's been a year...

2011-12-27T20:21:00.001-05:00

Since THIS happened. This week has been beautiful and sunny - perfect for walking and exploring the city. I wouldn't mind if it stayed this way until Spring.Copyright The Gog Log 2011 at thegoglog.blogspot.com

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Christmas in Zuccotti Park

2011-12-26T23:22:00.000-05:00

Christmas day was so beautiful and quiet in the city, I took a walk down to Zuccotti Park. I was happy to see all the barriers finally removed from around the Christmas tree (but not the park itself). This day also marked the 100th day of OWS protests and it seems someone from LA sent a...

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Christmas day in Tompkins Square

2011-12-26T22:47:00.000-05:00

I had an unexpected Christmas present this year, courtesy of the Tompkins Square Park hawk and three of her friends. The four of them put on a spectacular show, battling in the treetops over territory. The resident queen chased the younger visitors across the park, down Avenue B and...

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Be good for goodness sake

2011-12-24T11:25:00.000-05:00

Merry Christmas! Copyright The Gog Log 2011 at thegoglog.blogspot.com

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Help wanted

2011-12-22T13:30:00.001-05:00

Ave A & 5th Street. Copyright The Gog Log 2011 at thegoglog.blogspot.com

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Just another day in 21st century Tompkins Square Park

2011-12-20T11:16:00.000-05:00

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Testing, testing, 1, 2, 3...

2011-12-19T21:11:00.001-05:00

I'm trying out a new template. Although I'm a big fan of color photos on black backgrounds, it's winter now and the days are dreary, so I thought I'd lighten things up a bit. If there are problems with pages loading, let me know. I know the photos on this site take a few seconds to...

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OWS - three month anniversary

2011-12-17T19:23:00.000-05:00

Today marked the three month anniversary of the Occupy Wall Street movement and there was a gathering at Duarte Square on 6th Avenue and Canal Street. Part of the message was to implore Trinity Church (owner of the adjacent vacant lot) to allow an encampment at this location. The drum...

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Breathe

2011-12-16T21:25:00.002-05:00

I miss Bob. I missed him as I was walking home tonight. He would understand. I was at the bar with the regulars and they were all friendly...until they were gone and replaced with strangers who didn't care where they were and why they were there. Everyone knew my name and...

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Seasonal delusions

2011-12-16T10:58:00.001-05:00

I've not seen as many holiday decorations around the city this year. I don't know if the economy is too bad, the spirit isn't there, or if it's still just too early. Some years feel more festive than others and 2011 seems not to be high on the celebratory scale. I've yet to...

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It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas

2011-12-13T12:04:00.000-05:00

I love the inviting holiday window at De Robertis: And this retro window display on 11th Street: This is either sad or inspiring - maybe it depends on whether or not the sun is shining... The gingerbread man, he's out of the pan...only to be hit by a van! And, an annual...

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