The flight over was an act of endurance but I did manage some sleep, note to self - an upgrade would be worth it on these nasty flights.

My accommodation in NY is in 2 apartments, the first was for 2 nights in an old brownstone bedroom only and the rest of the time in a studio apartment. Both are tiny but comfortable. I was sorry not to be able to spend much time in the first as my host a very interesting Ecadorian woman. But it is nice having a place to myself. It is on 81st Street just up from Columbus Ave. Jim is 11 blocks down Columbus, about a 10 to 15 min walk.

Unfortunately my apartment doesn't have wifi so need to go to Jim's or the nearby Starbucks.

The days are warm but not too hot making sight seeing comfortable. Though yesterdayI sprained my ankle but this seems to be getting better.