Sculpture seen from the High Line

July 8th 2012
Philanthropy is alive and well in NYC, the Frick Museum being a great example. And one of the Aussies we met at the 4 July party the other night has a job whose sole purpose is to raise money from those who have plenty of it to fund free public schools - check out the KIPP:NYC webpage for details. Vicki, who works on this project, told me that any rich New Yorkers who aren't philanthropic are ... 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

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Michelle & Kevin Cavanagh

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We started travelblogging in 2008 when, with the parenting responsibilities of six children long-gone, we (Michelle & Kevin) left home for a three months adventure during which time we spent some of the kids inheritance! Having always loved traveling, prior to our three months away six weeks has been the longest period we've been overseas and that was mostly with kids in tow. Now officially retired (well sort of) I think we'll be taking up this traveling lark with a vengeance! ... full info

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