The End

All things must end.  So it is with my time as a resident of New York and with this blog.

I started this blog to capture my special moments across a new and foreign city full of bizarre and wonderful experiences.  New York has delivered more than a lifetime of memorable moments in such a short period.

I found it more difficult over time to find those shocking times, partially because I don't find much shocking anymore.  I have seen hundreds of crazy people, beautiful buildings, unique business practices, and tasty (or terrifying) foods.  However, these things have simply become part of my daily life.

Hopefully my readers in other areas of the country found entertainment in seeing just how different life in NYC can be.  I enjoyed recording them, especially in the early months where I was wide-eyed and incredibly adventurous.

Now that I have graduated, it's time to return to my career and leave Columbia housing behind.  For me, this means relocating to the not-so-thrilling state of New Jersey.  Why?  A combination of factors, but overwhelming taxes and sky-high rent are two great reasons.  New York is a city for the rich and the poor.  The rich can afford to pay $10,000/month for small one bedroom apartments in TriBeCa.  The poor live in copious public housing or rent controlled units.  The rest of us get roommates or move to New Jersey.

The move, my return to work, and the routine nature of everything mean this blog has reached its conclusion.  I hope everyone enjoyed the verbal thrill ride.

I hope to create a new blog in July for a cross-country road trip I have planned.

For those who enjoyed this blog, I traveled solo around the world in 2012 before starting school.  That trip was documented at adamrtw.blogspot.com and people tell me it's a fun read.

I conclude with two pictures and a recommendation.

Blue hat, tie, shirt, pants, jacket, and shoes.  Normal attire at IBM in NYC I guess.

I had to close with a classic.  Cloudy day, but you get the idea.

Finally, I recommend everyone under the age of 35 move to New York City for a year.  You might hate it, but you'll grow as a person because you'll be exposed to anything and everything.  It's a city that can eat you alive, but it will make you appreciate surviving if you do.  Why not go on an adventure?

Oh, one last thing.  I may not get to walk the streets every day, but I did get something else from New York in exchange.  I took a few pictures from the window of my new apartment.

New Jersey has one thing New York doesn't.  Views of New York.

Yes, I fall asleep looking at the Empire State Building every night.  I can live with that.

That's all folks.  Signing off!

 - Adam