Everything is pretty shut down in the city which doesn’t even happen on Christmas Day.
For instance, I couldn’t get my usual latte and croissant this morning because everything is closed.
Oh the travesty, I know.
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| My little pup outfitted in his rain parka. |
As for preparation, I have never been this stocked up for any storm. Meaning, when we are told we are getting three feet of snow, I don’t really do much. Everything seems to some how open up and function. As expected, Whole Foods in Union Square yesterday afternoon was jammed. There was no noise or chatter, just bustling New Yorkers who were very focused on getting what they needed and on line for 30-40 minute wait to pay. There were a few people who were all flustered and not polite, but you will always have a handful who aren’t your typical New Yorker and can’t handle the pressure. Essentially, it was organized chaos. In any event, this Irene character is a different breed than any 2 foot snowstorm. Flooding is what we are all worried about. Let’s hope she heads out to sea and misses all of us. I took a few shots walking around today and here they are:
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| West Village: Greenwich Ave. – Jonathan Adler |
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This is why I love New Yorkers – the sarcasm with a tinge of drama. Makes me laugh every time.
If you can’t read it, it says, “Due to the wrath of Irene, we’ll be at home Saturday and Sunday. Be Safe.” |
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| About 3pm in the afternoon today this is what approaching Union Square looked like. On Saturday it is usually filled with booths for the farmers market. There were some booths open this morning around 10am, but they obviously cleared out. |
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| Con Ed: Taking the place of the Farmer’s Market on Union Square in what looks like a brigade of Con Ed trucks. |
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| Subway in Union Square closed. What? Never say never. |
