The Last Days of Autumn in Riverside Park
This afternoon I took one of the last autumn walks I will take in 2025. I know that winter won't begin for another month, but the weather and decor of the city are rapidly turning to a winter look. We don't have snow yet, but it could be any day. For almost every year I can remember I've not looked forward to winter. I don't like cold and as the years have passed, I've grown more apprehensive about walking on slippery sidewalks. I'm looking to change my attitude for winter, 2026.
I wouldn't say I'm upbeat about the weather ahead, but I'm looking to all things that will make winter in New York fun. Yes, fun. I'd looked at several trips to warmer weather places, but things haven't worked out as I'd hoped. That may change, but right now I'm in New York through the winter. I'm thinking of museum visits, new coffee shops and plays that I'd like to see. I also semi-splurged on a new winter hat and will look for new boots, with good traction for slippery days. My goal is to make this the best winter in the city.
Beautiful sky as I walked south in Riverside Park
In other local news, the Christmas trees have arrived. It seems early to me, but people go away in December and want to get their trees early and enjoy them. I'm just happy to walk through the urban forests that are created by the tree stands.
This stand is the closest to my building, only a couple of blocks away.
I'll be passing it just about every day.
More neighborhood news includes a new gelato store just a few blocks further. I haven't tried it yet, but went in yesterday to scope it out. I'm a fan of Ferrero Rocher candy and was delighted to see Ferrero Rocher gelato. Everything looks good, but I haven't indulged yet. I'm going to plan it as a treat and really savor or it.
This may be one of my winter treats. I'm an ice cream/gelato fan in any season.
That's life in the neighborhood in these last days of autumn. I've got my mammogram scheduled for tomorrow, a trip to the gym and I hope to do another blog post, too. Pep and I had an adventure last week and I'm planning to post it for Monkey Monday. What's on your agenda?
As ever, thanks for visiting and keep cozy!
Your neighborhood looks nice. I think it's early for a live tree too but you make a good point. A gelato store? Could be trouble!
ReplyDeleteThe seasons goy by way to fast for me. Thankfully I've not seen any Christmas trees for sale yet but some houses in our neighborhood are already decorated for Christmas with lights going up!
ReplyDeleteI would be worried about slipping, too, on icy/snowy pavement, Carol, but winter can be a marvelous time for rest and renewal. Enjoy that fabulous gelato shop, too. Blessings!
ReplyDeleteLovely photographs ... I always take extra care when walking where there are a lot of fallen leaves.
ReplyDeleteChristmas is getting closer, quite a few houses have already put their decorations up and the shops are looking very festive.
All the best Jan
Beautiful photos of your walk in Riverside Park.
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