Pen and Central Park Blossoms

Spring Has Finally Sprung (Penny)

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April 19th 2009
The aroma of caramelized nuts halos around street vendors across Manhattan. It creeps up my nostrils the moment I step outdoors, mingling with smokey street-meat and charred pretzels, conjuring a jumble of candied childhood memories. But the smell of Manhattan has changed since we arrived. It's now suspiciously laced with flowery overtones. Strolling through the East Village this morning, a wispy ... read more

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Britain's American colonies broke with the mother country in 1776 and were recognized as the new nation of the United States of America following the Treaty of Paris in 1783. During the 19th and 20th centuries, 37 new states were added to the origina... ... read more