Union Sq

so. living so close to union square --((but not THAT close))-- is great. yeah it's busy and touristy but really - it's on the mellow side. i never feel like running when i'm around it. and i like the shopping, bars and all that that stems out from it. you know, there's 5th ave. but it's nothing like 5th ave uptown. yes many randoms flock to it. but i still don't feel like i'm claustrophobic when i'm there. and there is the perfect mix of funky business chicks, chelsea hottie couples and proud apple butts.

Today out of nowhere I discovered the Union Sq Holiday Market. Coming in clueless and just ready to walk through the park I was totally amazed by this holiday establishment that I guess is set up for the next month. I found myself wandering through these tent aisles and gleaming at the hard workers/artists in their booths, proud of their stuff and excited for customers. I want to support all of them. I'm such a nerd like that. They smile at me, I see their hard work behind them, I see them bunded up in small open tents in the cold, with tiny space heaters giving them the smallest bellow of life on their ankles. And I just want to support them.

i don't agree with this conviction.
http://nyc.metblogs.com/archives/2005/12/union_square_ho.phtml