Living in New York, I forego what most out-of-towners would consider “iconic New York.” I’ve never seen the ball drop; I go out of my way to avoid Times Square; and I’ve only seen the Macy’s Thanksgiving parade once (I use the word “seen” loosely, because Evan Williams egg nogg has an alarmingly high alcoholic content and can be put in a thermos). It’s not because I don’t have time — it’s because a lot of these attractions are not that great. After sitting on the wall of Central Park for five hours at the Macy’s parade, my butt was completely asleep and all I had to show for it was a few half-hearted waves from washed-up celebrities. As for Times Square? No, I do not want to see your stupid comedy … Read entire article »