5,000 Steps

So every day we are supposed to get, like, 5,000 steps for good health. 10,000 if we want to lose weight. In an effort to do both, every morning I set my alarm, put on my sneakers (which I leave right by the bed) strap on the pedometer and head out. I aim for the 5,000, since I work 7 hours on my feet and do not have a car, so I walk everywhere. I should really be thin. Heck, I should be STUDIED!!! Anyhoo...

Once I am out the door, I love my walk. Astoria Queens is the most diverse neighborhood in the nation, with the most diverse languages. In the 3 block radius of my apartment, there are 3 Brazilian delis, a Pakistani restaurant, the best Greek food this side of Athens, an Irish pub, and an evangelical Korean church. I love it. And I have started taking pictures of it. So today's blog is a "Get to know my neighbor's" blog. Here is what I pass on my daily round:















Not a great picture, I realize. This sign in the window actually covers the whole front of the building with pictures of hands reaching up in worship. Pretty cool, huh? But wait. It gets even better.....














Need a closer look???









That's right...not only do they promise SHORT SERVICES, but they also guarantee the services are FILLED WITH MIRACLES!!! What's not to love???? One of these Sundays, I am going to try it out. Services start at 11, so I should be home, healed, and blogged by 11:15. Check back...