Pearl and Broad

Plenty of History in Lower Manhattan including the site of George Washington's farewell.

Friendly Mermaid

...and can't we all use a free hug from time to time?? More from the festive and friendly Mermaid Parade!

Must Be New York

The required iconic New York Harbor shot looks best in the large view.

Imposing View

Under the Court System, it's always a good idea to look up! The Federal Court Building in lower Manhattan has certainly seen it's share of high profile cases in recent years.

Cat Eyes

More from the land of Mermaids.....

Lower Manhattan Evening

Be sure to click on the image for the larger/better view of this night shot. Much quieter than mid-town, there's still plenty going on after dark in the areas surrounding Wall Street!

Iconic Wall Street

Just how do they get "that" shot? Well..this one is from the top steps at Federal Hall standing behind the statue of George Washington.

WTC Construction

Construction of the new Freedom Tower at "Ground Zero" is a 24 hour-a-day process. The estimated completion is 2013/14. A sense of sadness still hangs in the air as the enormity of 9/11 can be felt in this space. (image is best larger)

Mermaid Class Of 2010

Mermaids all...just a few of this year's class!

The Parade Of Mermaids

All shapes, sizes and varieties of Mermaids were on display this past Saturday in Coney Island. Some appeared to be more enthusiastic than others!

Mermaids With A Message

The 2010 Coney Island Mermaid Parade got underway right on schedule this weekend! A recurring message among the Mermaids was directed at BP!

Lucillie's

Window Scene...Some windows just beg to be "gazed into"!

YIKES!

In over your head? Think I'll take up Shuffle Board.....

The Grill King

In preparation for Father's Day weekend, brother-in-law Peter shows proper technique.

Main Street, U.S.A.

Throughout the country restoring that old movie theater on Main Street has become very much in vogue. More likely than not, when the restoration is complete the old house becomes a "Centre For The Performing Arts". Not to be out-done, Westhampton's architectural gem is the star of Main Street.

Waiting Beach Chairs

Dune Road's dune is packed fairly tight with million dollar homes. It was only about 15 years ago that this dune was awash with storm surge leaving very little standing in it's wake. Forecasters predict that it will happen again to this very vulnerable stretch of Long Island beach. (best in large view)

Beach Cabanas

A survivor from another era...The Swordfish Beach Club continues to welcome "Members Only" on swanky Dune Road. Here, members truly are "born" members! (larger view is best!)

Beach House

Proving that it is, after-all, the view that matters this timeless beach bungalow is all decked out for another season in the sun! (best in large view!)

Church n' Steeple

An iconic welcome to the village of Westhampton, St. Mark's greets viitors at the start of Main Street.

Summer By The Bay

A nice view any time of the year...

Priscilla Restored

The Bay becomes her....Priscilla under way.

Things to Ponder

Pondering the ways of the world...or at least the ways of the playground.

Passing Lanes

Blue Angels impressing the crowd with a very close pass!

On The Edge

More action from the surfing safari!

D-Day Shuttle

Through a paratrooper's eye....The interior of a DC-3 (a.k.a. the Dakota and C47) was used extensively during the invasion of Normandy sixty-six years ago today. Paratroopers, carrying loads of over 175lbs., were dropped from very low altitude into the midst of German occupied France. This view would be over the pilot's shoulder after the last brave soul stepped out the opening in the far rear of the aircraft. The rest, as they say, is history.

The DC-3/C47 was the aircraft of choice during the "Berlin Airlift" providing a much needed lifeline during the Russian occupation following WWII.

This particular aircraft still flies today and can be seen at Long Island's "American Airpower Museum" at Republic airport.

Low Flying Angels

More from Jones Beach.... (best in larger view)

Surf Season

Seems as if more and more boats are headed to the beach with surfboards replacing fishing rods!

Serious Bubble Making

Life is not always easy when the perfect bubble remains elusive. From the "proud grandpa" series...

Walking On Water

More from the talented egrets...

Dropping By

Some people just know how to make an entrance!