image jeffbuckley.comAlmost 10 years ago a teacher/musician friend gave me a copy of Jeff Buckley's album Grace and very seriously said the following: "Listen to this entire cd and you will agree with me that it is one of the best albums ever. And, if you don't agree, you're just wrong." Okay...so I listened to … Continue reading Jeff Buckley and "The Last Goodbye."
Category: Events
Troy Farmer’s Market
Since soccer was canceled due to weather (?) and I am on temporary gym restrictions, I finally had a chance to get to Troy for a visit to the Farmer's Market. I really wish we could make it to this special market more often, but perhaps it remains a treat because we get there so … Continue reading Troy Farmer’s Market
Wristbands
So...guess which of these wristbands was the most fun to wear? I'll give you a clue - it wasn't the one on the bottom nor was it the one on the top, which obviously leaves the one in the middle.I had my surgery Thursday afternoon and everything went well. The surgeon was very pleased and … Continue reading Wristbands
Tasting Tuesday – Joe Carr Edition
This week's Tasting Tuesday at Dale Miller Restaurant featured Joseph Carr - the man and his wines. If you aren't familiar with Joe, you should know that he is a local guy, originally from Berlin, N.Y., who has followed his passion for wine and created a successful career doing something which he loves. In 2005, … Continue reading Tasting Tuesday – Joe Carr Edition
Chaine des Rotisseurs Dinner – Dale Miller
Last night I attended (or kind of crashed) a lovely party. Dale Miller Restaurant hosted an induction ceremony and dinner for The Chaine des Rotisseurs and I can't imagine a more perfect evening for such a wonderful event. The sun was shining, and there was a delightful bigger-than-a-breeze-but-not-quite-a-wind making the terrace an ideal spot to … Continue reading Chaine des Rotisseurs Dinner – Dale Miller
Neil Young ~ Palace Theater 5/18/10
You know I worship Neil Young and I'm all about hanging out with my friends, having some food and drink (delicious pregaming @dp's!), and then going to a show, which made Tuesday night an almost perfect night. Oh, what the heck - it was perfect, once security ejected the moron, perhaps suffering from drunken Tourette's, … Continue reading Neil Young ~ Palace Theater 5/18/10
Spectacular Sunday
Have you ever ridden your bicycle for 50 miles? Well, I have - almost 3 times. The "almost" was my first attempt at the distance in 2008. I'll show you the evidence of my failure sometime - my separated right shoulder, if you're interested.Yesterday, Tom & I, along with a number of other teachers in … Continue reading Spectacular Sunday