image from 1.bp.blogspot.comAre you a list maker and, if so, what shape do your lists take? Are they notes on a calendar, itemizations on paper or some sort of modern electronic version? My lists generally take form only mentally and I'm uncertain if my lack of commitment to a format which can be easily shared … Continue reading Lists are better than being listless
Month: May 2011
Mother’s Day
pretty table, pretty plate, pretty tastySunday evening I thanked my boys for a lovely Mother's Day and I wasn't even kidding. There was nothing I would have changed about the day, other than to have included more guests. There was very little indulgence in the traditional sense, but you folks know how I am - happy to be productive, … Continue reading Mother’s Day
DeWitt Lake
I spent a very enjoyable afternoon at a friend's house outside of New Paltz this weekend. Now you know I love my house (more and more each day), but I have to say I think I could be very happy living at Gregory's place. It may have been the combination of old friends, terrific food, … Continue reading DeWitt Lake
Champagne (and pork belly!) on the Park
pork belly - not everything needs tulips to be beautiful! Last Thursday was the annual Lark Street BID fundraiser, Champagne on the Park. Of all the Tulip Fest weekend events, this one is my favorite. Tulips, champagne, food, smartly dressed people...what's not to like? The weather mostly cooperated and I took a ton of … Continue reading Champagne (and pork belly!) on the Park
Thank you, Mother Nature
I know, I know, the weather has been crap. Too much rain, not enough sunshine, flooding, wet basements, lawns and gardens too saturated to permit you to get your hands anything but muddy. I get it. Despite Mother Nature taking a piss on all of us here in the Northeast, I would like to take … Continue reading Thank you, Mother Nature
Pizza @Cafe Capriccio
Pizza a la CapriccioLooks like there may be a new contender in AOA's Tournament of Pizza. Friday night Yasmine, Will and I ventured to Capriccio for a late night, grown-up dinner and were the lucky recipients of Franco's beautiful circle of love. The pizza Margherita was delicious! Six slices of crisp crust, fresh, flavorful sauce, and generous mozzarella … Continue reading Pizza @Cafe Capriccio
Where there’s a Will…
WillThis is my friend, Will. If you're an Albanian, chances are you've met him at some social event or another. Or perhaps at a restaurant because he does enjoy dining out frequently. Will is a realtor and the owner of a fabulously unique living space that was recently featured on All Over Albany. If you're lucky, you've … Continue reading Where there’s a Will…
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