Yesterday the temperature in Port Jefferson was 75. Today the numbers reversed. It was 57 as we made our way through Throg’s Neck, Hell’s Gate and into the East River. At least it was sunny.
The Manhattan skyline is visible from at least fifteen miles away - it’s always a thrill to see the familiar shapes of the famous buildings get closer and closer until suddenly you’re traveling right through the City and seeing them all right there in front of you. We’ve been through here four times now - three times heading West, once heading East - and it’s the same wonder ever time. This time we decided to use the anchorage behind the Statue of Liberty and we headed there, avoiding ferry boats and tour boats and weekend revelers on jetskis and fishing boats.
The anchorage is rolly with all the constant activity, as well as noisy. It’s not just the constant boat traffic; there was a steady stream of helicopters taking people up for sightseeing tours from above and we could hear sirens the occasional burst of music or people from various loudspeakers. I kept saying “oh this will all die down once it’s dark” but I forgot this is the city that never sleeps. I will say it was fun to do once, but I’m ok with bypassing that anchorage next time. We did see awesome views of the skyline at sunset and when the full moon was rising.
No comments:
Post a Comment