View of Central Park

Last day in New York...

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May 20th 2011
Tomorrow will be my last day to live in New York (at least for now!) and I have very mixed emotions. Part of me is ready to get on with my real life and part of me rejects reality completely. This has been the most amazing experience I ever could have hoped for. Thank you all for your support and encouragement and feedback throughout the six weeks that I have been here, and in the decision to c ... 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