independence day(s)

let freedom ring!

I thoroughly enjoyed my first national holiday in NY. Thanks to the hospitality of a friend of a friend of a fellow (who is also my friend) I spent the holiday on, what I like to call, an "urban picnic." We sat on a rooftop in Brooklyn eating, drinking ;) and watching the fireworks. Take a look

manhattan as seen from brooklyn

brooklyn


empire state building in red, white & blue


an urban picnic


great company


ooooh

Other shots I'd like to share:

CUNY Lehman. *hopefully* in 2 years y'all can call me master


it's where Daryl Kitzens hangs out
(Little Manhattan reference, WATCH IT!)


times square after dark


W 42nd St.

I guess y'all could say I'm in the upswing o' things. Y'all may be asking, why the sudden change in attitude? Well, (as much as it pains me to admit this) Kuya was right. He called me out like no one else can...I was feeling sorry for myself. I really cannot complain; I have been blessed with a lot. Things got tough once I forgot that. So, I took off the sulky sweater and now I am wearing my courageous cardigan :)

This is the first time in my life that I have ever been on my own and completely uncomfortable. Though this thought can be frightening it can also be surprisingly exciting. I am actually grateful for this opportunity to see what I'm made of...it's not just sugar and spice

New York is my adventure and I'm going to try my best to see each day as another opportunity to grow up and to grow stronger (no matter how scary, frustrating, or challenging that day may be). What is my passion in life? How can I do God's will? These are the questions I am seeking to answer.