One World Trade Center

One World Trade Center rises from the footprint of the Twin Towers, a powerful symbol of resilience in the face of tragedy. My first visit to the site was in March 2002, when it was still a mound of rubble. Returning in 2023 was an emotional experience—standing in a place that once embodied global grief and witnessing its transformation. The new tower, soaring like a faceted jewel into the sky, is a breathtaking testament to strength, renewal, and hope.

 

Jenga!

 In 2017 56 Leonard Street was completed with one of the more unique skyscrapers in New York City, the aptly named, Jenga Tower.  I took this photo during my 2023 visit to the city and was immediately taken with its appearance.  New York truly has some of the most unique skyscrapers in the world. 

Skyline

Poking through the morning mist the behemoth that is New York City stirs across the shore from New Jersey.  My second visit to the Big Apple in 20 years; familiar yet so very different.  The city itself is mesmerizing, if you’re not careful it will hypnotize you. 

In New York,

Concrete jungle where dreams are made of,

There's nothin' you can't do.

Now you're in New York….

These streets will make you feel brand new;

Big lights will inspire you….

~Empire State of Mind