Moran's was a great place to hold the party, but I'm still upset about Mayor Bloomberg and his anti-smoking crusade. The poor waitresses, I don't think they've been exposed to unapologetic Clinton-hating conservatives before. I'm sure that was an afternoon they won't forget soon.
The visit to the World Trade Center site was a mix of sadness, anger and reassurance. That so much 'normalcy' and vitality has returned to an area so devastated is a testament to the strength of the American people--and especially the people of New York City.
I wasn't bothered by the tourists. Folks will make of it what they will, but even those who treat it as just another attraction know deep down the horrid murders and destruction that took place there.