Cynthia’s endearing comments about Judy and I as her houseguests make my eyes misty. Staying with Cynthia gave our fabulous trip an added dimension for enjoyment. Cynthia’s persona is very spiritual to me. She has a unique quality that captivates you….and she is also funny.

Cynthia’s home had never-ending artistic discovery on a daily basis for us, such as the totally unique water basin, the odd choice of a lamp shade in the kitchen, the mosaic mirrored kitchen back-splash as well as the shower surround, etc. Cynthia’s highly acclaimed photographic artistry translates to her home décor.

Cynthia’s warmth and kindness were so appreciated as she escorted us around the neighborhood with dining recommendations, subway lessons—which we flunked on our first adventure differentiating UPTOWN vs. DOWNTOWN, but her subsequent tutorial straightened us out.

Cynthia and my traveling companion are twin “neat freaks” as far as cleanliness whereas I required forgiveness from time to time; to wit, the ultimate infraction of wearing my boots in the house. However, after Cynthia recovered from the shock to her cleanliness gene, she quickly forgave me with the admonition, “NO SHOES IN THE HOUSE.”

Cynthia’s blended energy drink in the morning enabled me as a 79-year-old broad to keep up with my young sidekick Judy. Cynthia became our “House Mother,” waiting for our safe return at night with our daily report.

The most surprising revelation on this trip was how sweet and helpful the local New Yorkers are to tourists. There is a misconception that New Yorkers are rude, brusque and arrogant. The opposite is true! In all my travels worldwide, I have never encountered nicer people who go out of their way to help you.

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By: Cynthia K
This is one of the beauties about airbnb, you get to meet people that you would not normally get a chance to meet. Carol came with her friend Judy. The 2 took to NYC and rode the tour game in joy and laughter, making the home-towner me see the city again. Carol is also the hero, where love wins the day. She married her high school sweetheart, while now in her late 70's, she wears the smile of a happy ever ending story. I can only hope that more people will get the chance to meet this fabulous woman. Thank you Carol and Judy for staying here, I had fun.