Most people agree that first impressions matter. What we don’t always realize is how fast they happen. You might think you have time to ease into a conversation, but in reality, people start forming opinions within seconds. Before you say much of anything, they’re already reading your body language, tone, and appearance.
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Get ready, true believers — Spider-Man is back! This Thanksgiving, Marvel and Macy’s are teaming up to bring everyone’s favorite wall-crawler soaring through the skies of New York City with a brand-new balloon, making its big debut during the 98th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade® on November 28th.
Inspired by the legendary art of John Romita Sr., the new balloon isn’t just another high-flyer — it’s a heartfelt tribute to one of the most beloved comic artists in Marvel’s history. And after a decade away, it’s time for Spidey to show off those web-slinging moves once again, celebrating Marvel’s deep roots in the Big Apple in the most epic way possible!
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Aside from the bright contrast of colors between the Pink Balloon and Red Standpipe Connection, what stood out for me as I came upon this scene was how snuggly the balloon was wedged between the standpipe and the building’s black exhaust grate. Someone wanted to ensure that the balloon didn’t blow away. I’m glad for that, because otherwise I would have missed it on my hunt for Pink Things.
Balloon Wedgie
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Standing on Avenue B and looking east down 8th Street, I saw an unidentifiable Pink Thing that caught my eye, and I went to investigate. Because: Pink Thing.
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Jeff Koons‘ 45-foot tall inflatable nylon sculpture, Seated Ballerina, went up in Rockefeller Center Plaza on May 12th, 2017 and was originally due to be up only through June 2nd. But the sculpture’s tenure was extended by three weeks due to popular demand, which means you still have until this Friday, June 23rd, to make your pilgrimage to Midtown!
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