For my birthday this year, I decided to get my family together and have a picnic lunch in Central Park. The weather was perfect; sunny, breezy, and in the low 80's. We entered the park around 72nd and 5th and were greeted by a row of beautiful American Elms.
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| Canopy of elms |
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| Summer planter in Central Park. |
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| The picnic lunch from Bouchon Bakery. We brought our old plaid blanket along- perfect for relaxing on Sheep's Meadow. |
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| We had a terrific time canoeing around the Central Park Lake-the midtown view in the background. |
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| Model sail boats at the Conservatory Water. |
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| A view of the Chrysler Building from our hotel. |
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| Hudson Clearwater in the West Village was the perfect spot for a casual and delicious birthday dinner. A side of Potato-cauliflower gratin. |
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| We spent Sunday morning in Williamsburg and had a relaxing brunch at Cafe Mogador |
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| The ferry ride view of the Brooklyn Bridge from Williamsburg to Dumbo. |
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| Sunday Smorgasburg in Dumbo is an eclectic mix of food vendors. |
