Most Of The People In The City Won’t Talk About It, And You Don’t Know Why [WP]

I’m visiting here from Bassett Nebraska and I’ve got to say, this city is wonderful.

I’ve never seen so many people before, and it’s exhilarating every time I go out in the streets to wander. The press of people upon my mind, the sounds of cars, and the general smell of a city delight the senses. Everything around me feels alive.

Just last week I would have to drive an hour to go see a movie. Now it takes a short cab ride and I can see the latest plays, movies, comedy, and concerts. My hotel room is small, but there are so many things to do here that it doesn’t matter. I find myself wishing I didn’t have to go back.

As I pass a man on the street, I pour out my feelings. I gush about my excitement, the general atmosphere.

With glazed eyes he stares at me, shocked beyond belief that anybody would mention it. When he speaks, he only has three words.

“Fuck off. Tourists…”

He walks away shaking his head but I am undeterred.

I love New York.