Contrarian City-lover Gifts

"Sure, it will be an eyesore, but after we build a lot of them, it'll fit right in!"

A man looks up at the earth

'When I'm not thinking about me, the Giants, the Knicks or the Yankees, I'm thinking about us.'

Sick Building Syndrome

Blok drives by New York City.

"Ever notice how grateful people are when you present them with facts contrary to their beliefs?"

"It's a mixed-use facility: retail space, low-rent housing, luxury apartments, and an area set aside for making steel."

'Harrison, going against your better judgement has made us a lot of money...'

'The fourth quarter was no walk in the park. Especially for those who count on us to walk in the park.'

"Dont believe anything those guys have told you. None of it. It's all B.S."

"If the universe is expanding, that's all the more reason to get back to the city."

"Brooklyn is the Manhattan of the other boroughs."

60 minutes I.Q. test - pick the counterfeit.

'An ebook! What are you reading?' 'Against technology: From the Luddites to neo-Luddism.'

"It doesn't matter if the glass is half empty or half full if you have a case."

"I just completely disagree with what you just said about America lacking focus."

'He's always looking for an argument!'

Burning the Other

"What if my bliss happens to be suing people?"

I wonder what Pantone chips the artist used.

"To cross street, push button, wait for walk signal, wait, wait some more."

Between pub and bookie: 'Very sought-after position.'

Whipping Cream

"This is a lovely three bedroom detached property, with close proximity to Heathrow and the M25!"

Right Here

"Don't you shush us, mister! We're famous consultants!"

Guru Shifted Thinking

Rocket Parking

I've got a problem – with me. Counseling costs extra. I always hated BMW owners. But one day I woke up and realized I drive a Saab. People who vacation in the Hamptons give me hives, but I've got a summer spot in Santa Cruz. I protested against big corporate oil companies … wearing a North Face jacket and Nike high tops! Don't you realize what I've become? I'm an upwardly mobile hippy! Death to the huppy. Hates fancy coffee drinks, loves soy milk.

The Devil screeming hate speech through a megaphone called "tolerance" at a person holding up a sign that says "free speech"

'If everyone's thinking outside the box a man who thinks inside the box is bound to have the advantage.'

"These self-honking cars make it so much easier to focus on driving."

'I used to be a 'nut', but since I made millions in the market, I'm a 'contrarian'.'

Opposing viewpoint.

"Stay together and follow my finger."