The Big Apple

It is always amazing, making the trip to a city that really never sleeps. Also, it is a great transition to China, as Vicky's apartment is smack in the middle of the New York Chinese community!
Today is my birthday and at 5:45 a.m. Jasmine showed up under the fire escape like my prince on a white horse (only that it was a big white van) and sang me Happy Birthday. Making my day even better everyone is planning a sushi night at our favorite NYC "Iron Sushi" where I'm sure we will endure a generous long winded song, a cappella, oriental style, by the neighborhoods notorious owner. Tomorrow we are driving out to the Hamptons to beat this brutal heat wave and take advantage of my last North American beach day! Great Birthday and thanks for the birthday wishes everyone!!