late breaking news: whale with large penis EXPLODES in taiwan. residents hold their nose in fear.

lately i've become completely fascinated by the era that is nyc in the '80s. mostly, i'm interested in the completely depressed state of the east village/lower east side (which are now completely gentrified and uber trendy respectively) and the subways. there's some great images of the tagged-to-death trains here from bruce davidson. i think i may have to pick his book up when it's reissued next month.

business trip to l.a.: on the company
dinner at chi chi japanese restaurant: on the company
walking around in 75 degree weather while everyone in new york is freezing: priceless