July 8, Staten Island
While others continue to deliberate on the shape, form and character of the World Trade Center memorial, Staten Island residents created their "Angels' Circle" memorial on a vacant lot on Hyland Blvd.
The text at the bottom of the angel statue in the background reads:
On Sept 11 2001 the World Trade Center was attacked by terrorists. This attack was the worst murder in the history of the United States. From that hatred a little piece of heaven evolved here called "Angels' Circle"
The best part of going to Staten Island is coming back on the ferry. Where else can you get a free thirty minute boat ride with great views of an ever changing New York City harbor? Unfortunately it was a hazy day and the pictures were not that crisp. Here's one of a New York City summer folly, the most ridiculous "art" I've seen in a long time -- one of four "waterfalls" put up this summer for the tourists.
The interesting sights are endless, like the Queen Mary 2 docked just behind the dreary brick buildings on Governor's Island.
And now the Queen Mary 2 in full view. What a way to travel!
But this trip was free.
1 comment:
Hi Bob!
Thanks for visiting, glad you liked the sunflower photo. I have to agree with you about the waterfalls, they were a bit odd, but we did enjoy the 1/2 hour Circle Line ride around the East River with all the views of the NYC area. The Staten Is Ferry is also an enjoyable ride. Hope you're having a great summer!
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