Is New York the city to end all cities or what?

For the "pleasures of civilization" I can't think of a better place to go than New York.

We managed to be about a ten minute walk from Times Square, and spent New Year's day, trolling around Times Square.  Busy busy busy, that particular day!  Living in San Francisco, it can be just as busy around Union Square, but it is for very brief periods. 

Because we were limited in time, we only got to see Manhattan in the few days we were there. 

Like the Jefferson Memorial, I was pleasantly impressed and moved by the Statue of Liberty memorial.  I had thought I would be like "that's nice - ok, what's next?", but really, the Statue of Liberty is a structure of inspiring beauty.  Not only is the statue itself wonderful, but the view of all the areas of New York from there, are amazing as well. 

I have lots of pictures.  If anyone's curious, let me know, I'll post some! 

More to come...