Jan 9, 2023·edited Jan 9, 2023Liked by Tom Starkweather
I surfed on over here via your comment in Bill Rice's substack. Glad to have your substack, and good wishes on your move. I understand. I used to adore NYC. Now the idea of setting foot there gives me the creeps. But I'm optimistic, life can be splendid in new ways.
Just found your substack after seeing your comments on 2nd Smartest Guy's stack. Found this comment interesting:
"I have often witnessed someone staring at a phone in the middle of a crosswalk, paying attention to neither the approaching vehicle traffic, nor the "Don't Walk" sign. I'm sure the drivers love it too. It's horrifying each time I see it, and thankfully I have not seen anyone get hit. Is whatever they are texting worth the potential hospital bills, permanent injury, or death?"
There's a democratic aspect to a big city.
If you are there you can walk around the streets and look at everyone, and at the buildings.
Whether well off or not you can see the same things.
Okay, if you're really down and out you will receive bad vibes, and if you are oozing luxury you will get more respect.
Seeing oneself through others' eyes is a free experience.
Yes, farewell New York. I know that I will not return.
Best wishes to you Tom.
I surfed on over here via your comment in Bill Rice's substack. Glad to have your substack, and good wishes on your move. I understand. I used to adore NYC. Now the idea of setting foot there gives me the creeps. But I'm optimistic, life can be splendid in new ways.
Just found your substack after seeing your comments on 2nd Smartest Guy's stack. Found this comment interesting:
"I have often witnessed someone staring at a phone in the middle of a crosswalk, paying attention to neither the approaching vehicle traffic, nor the "Don't Walk" sign. I'm sure the drivers love it too. It's horrifying each time I see it, and thankfully I have not seen anyone get hit. Is whatever they are texting worth the potential hospital bills, permanent injury, or death?"
Perhaps you'll find this interesting:
Look Up by Gary Turk
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z7dLU6fk9QY
ITM! I’m in NC. We should get together sometime. Maybe see you at an NA meetup. Love your work and reading your posts.