Word on the Street: Summertime and the livin's easy

Summer is here, and life just feels better. Here, district neighbors share what they like best about summer:

"Hiking at Thacher Park, Alive at Five, swimming in the Mohawk, outdoor dining, going to ballgames in New York, and barbeques."

--Rosanna Borden, Waitstaff, Saso's Japanese Noodle House

"The weather. Being able to canoe and hike. Watching nature in action."

--Alan Lasker, President, National Business Promotions, Inc.

"The weather. Summer is off to a good start."

--Shafi Muhammed, Owner, Medina Mart

"Everybody's attitude changes. It's a positive attitude. People are smiling more and you go out and see your neighbors more."

--Adrienne Scherzer, Co-owner, Rosen's Uniforms