To sit down

One of the simple pleasures I enjoy most in cities is sitting down and watching. Watching people pass by, observing how they/we interact with others, and noticing the rhythm of the city. Each city has its own— from the fast pace of Manhattan to the calm strolls of rural towns.

I guess it stems from my background and interest in urban planning. Sitting and simply observing people as they pass can be as relaxing as watching the sea. There’s something similar about both—the movement and the stillness. And while I’ve long focused on the movement, I’ve started noticing the stillness too. The people who are also sitting.