Great write up! I have been to NYC several times. My first time I left the day before 9/11. And I was staying one block from the trade centers. I was very lucky and it was very strange going back to see a big hole. The last time I stayed at the marriott in times square. I enjoyed my time there. There are some very interesting and talented people on the streets. However, it smells, its dirty, cars don't stop for people crossing the road (they just lay on the horn and we did see someone get hit), people are rude, and the subway isn't fun at night. Someone got stabbed on the next car over while we were on it. I could go on and on about the good and the bad. My conclusion........I wouldn't live there! Great place to visit, but not a home. Glad you had a great time!
Eric