After months (years) of anticipation, we finally visited the High Line this weekend. In short, it was crowded but terrific. In fact it was undeniably wonderful. But we had been preparing for this particular experience for a long time, and really in earnest since a particularly lovely art-themed block party underneath it last September.
Helping to heighten our anticipation was the fact that Hank had been given a copy of a beautifully written and illustrated book inspired by the High Line called The Curious Garden for his 5th birthday. This story of a boy and his unexpected urban garden enchanted the boys. We read it over and over and mentions of the High Line increased rapidly until it was finally open for foot traffic and then we could wait no longer. Even though it was supposed to rain we went and managed to time it right in between showers. Go there if you can.
I'm going next week after work with a friend. I can't wait!
Posted by: kb | June 23, 2009 at 08:15 AM