I found myself in big apple today for the Dangerous Liaisons exhibit at the Metropolitan. Tons of people swiftly clamoring along the street, yellow taxi's delivering and fetching folks as the sun shines brightly in between the skyscrapers. Unknown actors and dancers rush to make it to the theatre on time. Famous people like Eric Stoltz star in the latest productions. Lots and lots of coffee shops and Jewish Deli's with fresh cold cuts delight the senses. I love seeing newspapers in every language cluttering the stands. Every imaginable race, creed, color together living life. It makes me feel hopeful for the world. I cut through Central Park with its street performers as vendors sell everything from watches to tee shirts that say I ♥ NY.

At the Metropolitan, I entered 18th century France. I observed a music lesson and a hairdresser creating a vertical masterpiece on a willing subject. I looked in the mirror of Marie Antoinette's vanity and wondered if she liked what she saw in that mirror. We laughed and lunched at a café. We sat and people watched and smiled at the looks of fascination on children's faces.

I was so happy and content today, I welled up with tears a couple of times. I can't think about not having more days like this one ahead of me, with the people I love.