photo from Albert J GnidicaYou know how I always seem to have something fun to do immediately after surgery? Well, I had a little "procedure" on Thursday and naturally had an event on my calendar for the very next evening. Fortunately, the surgery went really well and I was in fine form to attend Matt … Continue reading Pink Party
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AOA 3rd Birthday Party
What a great party! Wednesday night, Mary and Greg hosted a fun party at The Point on upper Madison Avenue, and going out on a limb, I'd say a good time was had by all. Lots of other more fussy and thorough bloggers have covered the finer details, especially the cheese selection and the paella. … Continue reading AOA 3rd Birthday Party
Elissa Halloran ~ Lark Street
Elissa's creationsYou know how I enjoy little traditions in life, right? Have we talked about this before? I can't say they make sense to anyone but me, and whom I may share them with, but I like the familiarity of there being a consistency in some of my actions. Like listening to Simon and Garfunkel's … Continue reading Elissa Halloran ~ Lark Street
Flowers in the Museum – not in the attic.
How about that Steven Tyler? I have to admit, he has made watching American Idol fun all over again with his crazy exclamations and genuine respect for the contestants. But, this posting isn't about AI - it is about the annual NYS Museum Flower I attended last weekend, like I attend this event every single … Continue reading Flowers in the Museum – not in the attic.
Wizapalooza
I first met John in the fall of 2002 when McGuire's opened on Lark Street. I don't know how I had avoided him for so many years previously - we both liked music and cocktails and food and it seems crazy that our paths hadn't crossed sooner. I was charmed by his garage sale finds, … Continue reading Wizapalooza
Pool Party!
You try wrangling 10 boys in a pool for a picture! One of the challenges of parenthood is making decisions on the behalf of another living, breathing human being. I mean, seriously, there’s quite a bit of pressure from the very beginning. Consider the naming process or the choice of a pediatrician – there’s lots … Continue reading Pool Party!
3 Things I love in February (not including the Lilly boys)
image from: http://alloveralbany.com/images/Frankencake.jpgCheesecake Machismo - In the past couple of weeks I've sampled 2 of their many flavors of cheesecake and I can admit here, amongst friends, that I am now obsessed. I've intentionally avoided their retail location (probably a good idea for someone who gets overwhelmed by too many choices) but a number of … Continue reading 3 Things I love in February (not including the Lilly boys)