I'm just a few hours away from NYC and have enjoyed its theatres and shops. My first visit was a business trip in the financial district and I found it to be a bit overwhelming - large crowds, fast pace. Later I was in Charlotte NC and experienced just the opposite - everything seemed to drag on. I say this to point out how blessed we are in this country to have such diversity. And all of us contribute to making it work.

How relieved I am to know Don Cardi was not harmed.

So many of us are going through our daily routines but are carrying something foreboding with us. Knowing that so many people died in our place and so many left behind to grieve. And what will come next.

Godfather note: I bought my first Godfather book at Virgin Records in NYC (The Godfather Legacy) which tickled my family as it was a highlight of my trip.

My heart is with the people of NYC.