Love this park it is my backyard pretty much. Grew up coming here to play in the playground and enjoy picnics in the grassy areas. Love taking daily walks on the promenade and around the park. It is small but pretty. If you are in the neighborhood I highly say you should check it out. read more

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Beautiful park on the upper east side. At the ferry station with beautiful views of queens and Roosevelt island. read more

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Carl Schurz Park East 84th. St. & Easr End Ave. New York, NY 10028 For a park that spans six city blocks, you can easily make this an afternoon destination. Walk the path and advantage of the surroundings, host picnics, or take the little ones to the playground. Please see below reel excerpt. #carlschurz #carlschurzpark #graciemansion #peterpanstatue #catbirdplayground #northlawn #nycmayor read more

Love this park as it's mainly locals from the Yorkville area here and a great spot to get in a run along the water. read more

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Carl Schurz is close to the East River with beautiful views. There's so much to see here and there's restrooms! This is another park that I bring family and friends to visit. Just ask Gerald from Newtown Pennsylvania. Within the park there are separate gardens and playgrounds. There's dog play areas. It's a great park for everyone! If you enjoy exploring parks and visit the Upper East Side let me know. I'll meet you there! read more

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This park has got to be one of New York's most underrated treasures. I live half a block away and it's the best thing ever for me and my two dogs. The park itself is serene, the perfect place to relax and unwind. It's very dog friendly and kid friendly. I often see groups of moms and nannies gathered in groups where musicians and puppeteers are hosting some cute events. There are two dog runs, one for big dogs, one for little dogs, and they're pretty great. They've got pretty average dog run issues where some dogs are too rambunctious, but from what I've seen the owners are generally pretty responsible, and those who aren't don't stay long. The best park is the walk along the East River. Such a peaceful experience. People will run or be walking their kids or dogs, and there are plenty of benches to stop and take in the scenery. This place is truly a gem. read more

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I almost always rate parks with 5 stars. Located in the chic Upper East Side, Carl Schurz Park is almost 15 acres. The park contains Gracie Mansion, the official home of the Mayor of New York. There a plenty of gardens and benches, so feel free to people watch or sunbathe. I enjoyed walking along the East River and seeing the Roosevelt Island lighthouse as well as all the boats and yachts passing by. I think it's great. read more

Carl Schurz Park is a nice neighborhood Park on the Upper East Side. The flowers are in bloom and it's rather picturesque this time of year. Hidden along the East River you can find it off of 86th and York. Lots of walkways with views of the river and if you walk up to 88thst you can get a nice view of Gracie Mansion. The new mayor took down the fences so there's a clear view of the historic mansion that's home to the NYC Mayor. Dog owners and their furry pets love the park as it houses 2 nice sized dog runs. Plenty of park benches, so grab a coffee or an ice cream and enjoy the people watching. read more

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I am visiting NYC and staying on the upper east side. My friend was on a work call so I ventured out for a walk on this beautiful day. I walked down 87st and it led me here. I knew I was headed towards something great as I saw so many dogs walking in the same direction. The park was on the water and was such a refreshing scene from the city streets I just walked down. There were tons of people playing pickle ball. People chilling on park benches and just an overall good vibe. I didn't get pics of any dogs because I was petting them. :) read more

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It's a nice park. Dog friendly. And frequently lovely people. Down side is that Gracie mansion is here. If your a fan of the deadbeat then go to the end of the park it's actually quite nice. I tend to stay towards the front. Not to gaze on unsightly places. Wish a coffee cart was closer by you have to walk to YORK but it's not to bad read more

Located at 86th and East End next to Gracie Mansion in the Upper East Side of NYC. This picturesque park next to the East River, offers views of the river, Roosevelt Island and the Triborough Bridge. This dog friendly park has areas of green space. The 14.9 acre public park is a great place to have a picnic, walk the pathways, or just sit on the benches for the view. read more

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An amazing kid, family and dog friendly park. A large playground, a large basketball court, areas to lounge, pretty gardens, two dog parks (one for small and one for large dogs) and the walkway along the river make this an upper east side gem. So many memories here, from Easter egg hunts, play dates and parties, and teaching my son to ride his bike. All positive things to say about this great upper east side park. read more

Carl Schurz Park is a beautiful park made yet better by the fact that it is largely unknown to most, ensuring you will not have to compete for space or contend with loud music like you would in Central Park. I visited the park with a friend after noticing several mentions of it during my perusal of Christie's real estate offerings in the area. Given its adjacency to some particularly upscale apartments and condos, it should come as no surprise that this is a beautiful, well-maintained park with a quiet dignity and terrific views of the East River and Roosevelt Island. It seems to be particularly appealing to local residents, sunbathers, and dog owners (there are several dog parks within the park itself). The variety of plant life here is an unexpected bonus, since many of the planters within the park are maintained by local volunteers. There are many benches and open grass areas for your relaxing needs, including a few right next to the water with spectacular views (shame they didn't have trees next to them, as it would provide some cover from the high summer temps!). For aspiring chess players, there are some chess tables (bring your own pieces) in a shaded area, and a large basketball court as well. The only disappointing part of the park is the mayoral residence itself, Gracie Mansion. It is a gorgeous home with plenty of history, not that you would ever be able to tell that given the way they have turned it into a fortress out of security concerns. It has ugly double fences all the way around it and a dour security detail eyeing all visitors who draw near. Here's an idea: if you feel the need for mayoral security is so great that the mansion can no longer be defended in its original form, maybe put the mayor somewhere else and turn Gracie Mansion into a museum so that visitors can actually see and appreciate it? If you are psyched by photos online about how pretty the mansion is, better manage your expectations beforehand since the only people who get that close of a look are the NYPD. All things considered, Carl Schurz Park is a beautiful destination to relax, read a book, catch up on your tan, take your dog, or any other outdoor activity that suits your tastes. Definitely recommend it! Overall: 4.0 stars -------- Pros: - Stunningly attractive park with plenty of space and plenty to do, with very little competition for it! - Amazing views of the East River and Roosevelt Island while you relax on a bench. - Quiet enough for a picnic date or a reading session, or even a chess game! Cons: - It's a terrible shame what they have done to Gracie Mansion in the name of security, making it nearly invisible behind double security fences. Hope the mayor enjoys it, since no one else can. read more

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Driving into Manhattan to do stuff (museums and concerts) was exciting in the 80's and remained exciting just the same in the 90's (remove museums, keep concerts and add restaurants and nightclubs). Fast forward to modern times and this modern time creature must have had the look of a terrible horror ripe to be unleashed and ready to overtake me when asked for a ride to Manhattan. The nine mile distance tells the unsuspecting non driver a completely different tale than the one I know -- the actual one but out of good friendship and being a good sport, off we went. Over the Triboro Bridge, FDR North and over to York to East End Ave and to find a spot to fit the new urban assault vehicle just free from the entrance on 86th Street. Greeted with "F the Police" signs and other trash which is what it all is and how it should be treated, I continued inside. I'd loved to have lit the match that would have caused an inferno and I'd have joyously danced around with the flames like a wild injun that puffed a bit too much payote. I'd love to deal to you the devils of corrections. A long stretch of heavy black iron works runs straight down the middle seperating the park named after a German fellow who's mark on society is currently evading me. Perhaps he built rockets because those fellows were really good at that back when, a Von Braum type, perhaps not, I just can't retrieve it but yet a logical response to the Sputnic scare, a rich and fertile time of complete paranoia. But I know where the sign is, once you reach the end of the center gated garden and you reach the heart shaped rock wall, take the first set of limestone steps to the top and keep walking until you reach the river. The East River prominade adjacent to the Department of Sanitation must stretch two miles to the South, far exceeding the parks parameters, but it's the most striking view I had all day within this Upper East Side playground. All told, a total of three dog parks are found within and they have kiddie pools and sand and hoses and I think the three separate runs are for small, medium and large. Unfortunately Big Phil is about as friendly as a seasick crocodile so we opted to move along the winding and circling paths watching the little shakes from within the bushes and Sunday park going park people pounding wine, unathletically throwing balls and frisbees from two feet apart and flagrantly disregarding the No Drinking, No Ball Playing, No Dogs signs. Mostly all these peculiar specimens had little yappy bratty midget dogs with at least one bow tied somewhere upon each one. And just as we reversed step, it was then I thought I saw one single duck, it looked like the one from "you Bet Your Life" it scurried into the thick brush which might have been what was shaking the bushes. Full court hoops was only half court functional due to a construction project that actually appeared to have a beginning and end -- all in the same year, if you can believe that one. Within a long pretty brick buildings the NY Parks Department had all cleaning, shoveling and repair needs -- just don't open that mystery red door -- the far end were quite clean bathrooms for men and women. No cracks in the surfaces anywhere inside which in Manhattan or anywhere in the 5 boros is an absolute freakin miracle. read more

Carl Schurz Park - Wasn't really ready for this paparazzi photo. However, the short wall, the iron fencing, the fauna and the flora were really great.. - Parks Near Me - New York, New York

After having dinner, my friend and I came here for a nice evening walk. The park was somewhat secluded, with a few late-night joggers here and there, as well as some folks chatting and enjoying the waterfront view on one of the park's many benches. This park is located in a decent part of Manhattan (Yorkville), and had no indication of being dangerous after-hours. We walked my friend's dog here, while we chatted and took in the nice sights beyond the waterfront. It was a nice walk, and the weather made it that much more pleasant. The humidity was low, and the temperature was just slightly warm. This park stretches lengthwise across 6 blocks, with Roosevelt Island visible in the distance. There is plenty of lighting here, and it is quite an enjoyable time to sit and enjoy the waterfront view, or to take a nice walk any time of day and night. read more

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It's a fine park with great views of the water and Roosevelt Island. It also feels safe but it needs like 10 or 20 times as many pickleball courts. The lines are insane to get into a game. (There are only three courts) There are miles and miles of huddle masses desperately seeking a chance to pick up their tiny rackets and step onto a court. And its not just peak hours either. Pickleball folk are trying to get into games from dawn till dusk and beyond. It's insane. read more

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All the Mugwumps in the crowd, raise your hands! Why, you ask? Because, Carl Schurz was one of the most famous Mugwumps in American history, and unless you know this factoid, you may miss his importance, beyond the fact that a pocket park in the Upper East Side of Manhattan was named for him. Not that the park has no merit aside from this character's mention; it does. It is a quite beautiful example of mid-19th Century city park design by one of the architects responsible for Central Park, Calvert Vaux. It was his mission to create green spaces in the middle of cities and be sure to construct as many bridges as possible therein. The one in this park is a beaut. Too, this park is the location of Gracie Mansion, the official residence of the Mayor of New York (except Bloomberg). It sits on a promontory on the East River known as Hell's Point, across from Roosevelt Island. There is a promenade along the water, and interesting paths within its boundaries, the most interesting of which is the aforementioned stone bridge across a sunken garden and trail beneath, with broad stone stairways connecting the levels. The land is maintained by a private trust, although part of the City Parks Department, and has decent plumbing facilities most of the time. The trees are old and big, and the flowering scrubs in bloom year round. On the last day of February, the witch hazel was blossoming its magnificent yellow stars. Carl would be proud, although he never saw the park. Most of his life he was in Wisconsin, Missouri (US Senator), and Washington, D.C. (Secretary of the Interior), and before that, a Major General in the Union Army, who fought bravely, but poorly, in the Battle of Gettysburg. He was a founder of the Liberal Republican Party, that opposed President Grant in 1872 due to the massive corruption of his administration. Thereafter, he helped start the Mugwump movement in the old GOP, attempting to find a better presidential candidate than James G. Blaine (remember him? I don't either.) This idealistic strain of the party was an attempt to remain true to the Lincoln traditions, but was itself compromised by the debates that followed over the post Civil War amendments to the Constitution. Still, he was an honorable man with positive intentions. Where are those Mugwumps when we really need them? read more

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I didn't realize the mayor of NYC lived here until more than a year after I started coming to this park. Explains the heavy cop presence I've witnessed quite often on my occasional jogs here. Anyways, living just a couple of blocks away, this is my go-to park whenever I start to crave a bit of nature, sea breeze, or a view that doesn't consist solely of buildings. There are playgrounds, basketball courts, dog parks (with separate big and small dog areas), and numerous walkways. One of my favorite quiet spots to sit and relax is this lovely courtyard underneath the stone bridge in the middle of the park. During spring this park is absolutely gorgeous! I don't know who curates the flowers/shrubbery/whatnot, but whoever it is, that person does a good job of turning this place into quite the botanical garden. I especially love the rows of blossoming cherry trees near the entrance. They hold plant sales in the spring as well. The major star of this place is the long stretch of walkway at the edge overlooking the East River and Roosevelt Island (the lighthouse is a nice touch). There are plenty of benches here where you can just sit down and take in the view...I like to bring a sandwich. On the warmer days there are TONS of people enjoying themselves on the benches or picnicking in the grassy areas. Starting I think last April, the walkway opened all the way up, so you can continue to walk all the way down to Queensboro Bridge. Truly a neighborhood gem! read more

East River breeze, dogs, children, families. It's a gem! Side note, Gracie Mansion is at the tip of it. Don't act up, the are cameras and cops. There are levels of playgrounds for kids, basketball courts, field hockey or whatever. Old chess/checker board tables are on a little path between the courts and the playground. There's a statue of Peter Pan in the park also. There are a few spaces for dogs. A large run space and a little space for the compact dogs. Govern yourselves and your pets accordingly. Come out, have a picnic, run, walk your dog, bicycle, sit, take photos. Oh and mind your business (unless there's trouble). See you there... I'll be seated at the water wearing headphones, minding my business. read more

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Gracie Mansion is inside this beautiful green space. Gorgeous views of the East River and Roosevelt Island. Lovely gardens, nicely-kept grass and peaceful grounds. Highly recommended. read more

Such a lovely little park located along the East River in Yorkville. The views from along the waterway are beautiful and overlook Roosevelt Island. Such a great place if you're looking to find a quiet place to relax since there is a ton of benches to sit on. Also has a good sized dog park with areas for both large and small dogs. Would recommend going here during sunset since it's such a pretty time to go! read more

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Carl Shurz park is an oasis in the dessert. If you want to feel like you are getting away from the city and only be a short walk from the New York scene this is the place to go. There are dog walk areas, basketball fields, areas to sit and talk or just take in some sun. The park is situated by the river where you can take in the beautiful sites read more

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The park is pretty and has great views of the water, but it seems the park keepers are more interested in "passive use" than active use. There are fences everywhere restricting access and the parts that are open are not to be used or more than sitting. The "big dog run" is small and smells like a litter box, full of dust/clay. The park in general seems to be VERY anti-dog, with signs everywhere saying "no dogs" or "dogs not allowed." One section has no less than 10 signs saying dogs not allowed and one saying "you're on camera," presumably to scare dog owners into not using a public park. Very disappointing. read more

This is an amazing space in the UES with beautiful landscaping and a perfect view of the river and Roosevelt Island. It is easy to get here from where I stay in NY so I always make it a point to pay a visit, usually, during an evening run. It is a great spot to run some hills and get a good leg workout since it is a bit hilly. The dog parks are a great bonus as I usually walk the pooch to this park when I am pet sitting for my daughter. All in all the park is a good option in the area. read more

Beautiful park. 1) I stumbled on this park when I was visiting the Gracie Mansion. 2) The park has some great view of the Hudson River and bridges. 3) Great place to come and relax. read more

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BEAUTIFUL park with well kept landscaping & flowers (more likely in the spring/summer months) PLUS an awesome location with access to the boardwalk right along the east river! --dog friendly park --kid friendly park w/ a playground --picnic friendly w/ its grassy areas --couple friendly w/ the many benches looking out to the rive --biker & runner friendly on the boardwalk cant go wrong! read more

One of my favorite park in NYC! I discovered this charming public park with a fantastic view of the upper East River while bicycling on the East River Esplanade. The park is very hidden away from the views of non-locals because the FDR goes underneath the park. I is very popular by the UES residents. There are lovely gardens, play grounds, and wide walkways for bicycling and strolling. The view is fantastic! Looking north you'll see Randell's Island, bridges and the Hell Gate. Looking east you'll spot the north tip of Roosevelt Island (lighthouse Park). Looking south is the East River all the way pass Queensboro Bridge. The southern entrance to Carl Schurz Park is E 82 St. and the North is E90 St. The East River Esplanade is under construction on the south end of the park but the north end is open all the way to E125th St & Tri-Boro Bridge. The park is definitely worth a visit. read more

Want to escape the busyness of the city? Need a moment to get away and think? We all know that Central Park is a nice place to escape to, but if you happen to be on the UES please know that you can take refuge here at Carl Schurz too. Imagine fresh open air along the water with amazing views of the East River that set across the Roosevelt Island Light House and the Queensboro Bridge. Yeah, its that good. Carl Schurz is easily one of my favorite parks in NYC. It's a great stop on a run or bike ride up the East River Esplanade and it made my mornings when I lived on the East Side. A quick run or walk up to the park with my dog and a quiet moment to take the day in while my dog played in the large dog run was part of my daily ritual. Everyone needs a quiet space in NYC and this was mine. Enjoy! *bonus *Arturo's Pizza is a 5 min walk from here and is the best pizza on the UES IMHO. read more

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East Side's Best Kept Secret This is my favorite place in the neighborhood. On an average day, the walkway, John Finlay Walk, is filled with people casually strolling along the East River speaking innumerable languages; the playgrounds burst with laughter; the grass dotted with picnickers and parent-children parties; the two dogwalks offer living cartoons of playful activity. The Carl Schurz Park Association is the oldest community-based volunteer park association in the City of New York. In the 1970s, concerned parents banded together and organized a funding campaign to supplant drastic parks budgetary cuts and save the Carl Schurz Park playground from further ruin. In the ensuing decades, the Association's membership has grown to over 1,200. In response to its membership's wishes, it has undertaken projects to enhance the park's physical condition and made plans for future improvements. Active CSPA volunteer committees organize year round gardening activities and the care and maintenance of the dog runs, playground and hockey facilities. Volunteers stage concerts on summer evenings and at the holiday season. In the fall, the park is home to two of Carl Schurz Park's signature events: the Gracie Square Art Show and the Halloween Howl. Newsletter: http://www.carlschurzparknyc.org/forms_flyers/autumn2005newsletter.pdf read more

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Hidden jewel of the UES. Beautiful views, trees, and gardens. Citibike right at the entrance too. read more

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During the summer, this is my 'home away from home.' Since I live in an apartment without a view or even a tree branch in evidence from my window, I can get my views and nature here. The park is very nicely kept up - lots of flowers blooming there right now, in fact - and has a nice promenade along the East River, with benches to sit on and take in the view. It's downright magical at twilight, what with the twinkling lights across the river, and the stars and moon just coming out. I live all of two (avenue) blocks away, but even those two blocks make a difference in temperature. When it's hot and humid at home, I grab a book, a bottle of water, and head over to the park, find a shady spot as close to the river as possible, and then enjoy the few degrees cooler temps and the breeze off of the water while finally getting to dig in to whatever book I'm not having enough time to read otherwise. Another nice thing about the park is that - probably because it's not easily accessed by the subway - it seems like most of the visitors there are neighborhood folks that I run into at Gristedes and the bagel place nearby, so that really gives the park a 'neighborhoody feel'. As a transplant to NYC, I've really appreciated that aspect, as I've actually gotten to know some of the folks I run into there. Also - during the summer they have movie nights and also sometimes musicians. I went to a tango concert there over last summer that was an awesome way to spend my evening. If you live in the 'hood, definitely carve out some time to spend in this park. It's a lovely place that just sucks the stress right out of you. read more

I used to walk here all the time with my pug. Lovely and relaxing. Relatively safe.

nice little park to relax in. the breeze from the river,esp when it's really hot, is a plus. good for those w kids n dogs also. and the public bathroom is generally quite clean. miss the hot dog vendor that used to be right outside. msybe this yr. only downside is no real sunbathing areas so bring a small pillow for your back if you want to stretch out on a bench. read more

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...so much more here to enjoy in addition to the Dog park :) It is a nicely kept garden, lot's of folks enjoy, especially now with all of the blooms. Certainly a nice summer day's walk and evening stroll along the East River looking up toward Hell's Gate. read more

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Great park along the east river beginning at 84th street. Lots of people jogging and walking dogs. Lovely views of the east river, especially at sunrise. Lovely scenery and gardens, which are maintained by the volunteers of the community which is great. Lovely park for the children at 84th street with play stations and swings. When I visited, the sprinklers were on which was great as the little kids threw on swimwear and were playing. My little guy loved it. There is also some basketball courts. The gardens and flowers were beautiful and scattered throughout the park. A great time and I would highly recommend it to anyone. read more

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This park is right in my neighborhood and I love it! Although it can get a little too crowded during the summer months, it's my go-to spot for all my outdoor exercises: jogging, walking, and most recently: yoga in the park! :-] Even though I often witness dog-owners unleashing their dogs on the grass (despite the fact that they're not suppose to AND the park has two separate small and big dog parks) it's still a great park! My one ultimate complaint: the lack of park recreation staff. If there is, I have yet to see anyone. It's usually not that big of a deal during the day but at night (especially on weekends when the creepers have big reunions) I'd appreciate to see some kind of safety in this park. It's a bit frightening jogging at night here...but I guess it does motivate me to run faster. HA! Overall, I totally recommend this place for peeps who like nice parks. read more

Really nice dog park and a nice view to see across the water. Like how they put the little dogs on one side and big dog in another. Also a nice park to sit on the grass and have a picnic. read more

What a fun park!! I came here with 80 kids and there's a lot of options-you can play basketball, check out the two dog runs (one has a nice view by the water), walk along the pier or go up to where the playground is. I liked seeing the pretty view of the water and bridge!! read more

This is a great park. It has a great walkway along the east river with some really great views. The swings are great and plentiful. It has a separate area for the ball players so you won't get pegged in the head with a ball. It also has two great dog parks. The small dog run is more interesting than the big dog run. Those little dogs are maniacs! Every so often, someone is dumb enough to bring a dog who is in heat, you may witness a tiny dog orgy. read more

One of my favorite spots in NYC. It is hard to find peace when living the city grind, but this place has always felt like home to me. It is a popular spot for those in the neighborhood, but it rarely feels overcrowded given its location (between East End Ave and FDR Drive from 84th Street to 90th Street). The park features are abundant. There is plenty of space for those running/walking or enjoying the day while seated (i.e. park benches and lawn space). The sights include waterfront views, the mayor's mansion, as well as beautiful gardens and architecture. There are also two dog parks, multiple playgrounds for children, and a paved court with basketball hoops and hockey nets. The Carl Schurz Park Conservancy does an excellent job of maintaining the park and bringing the community together through public events. These events include holiday tree lightings in December, annual dog costume competitions for Halloween, art shows, summer concerts and film festivals, Easter Egg Hunts, and volunteer gardening days. This is a wonderful place to spend some relaxing time with family, friends, or by yourself. It is worth checking out! read more

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