Have you been on Delaware Avenue recently? After many months, the days of avoiding the construction and related traffic back-ups are finally ending. The Delaware Avenue project is quietly coming to a close - and, boy, does it look great! I can't decide which features I'm happiest about - the beautiful marked crosswalks, the new lighting, the … Continue reading Looking good, Nicole’s
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NYC – Just like I pictured it.
Henry Street Settlement HouseYesterday I chaperoned a student field trip to NYC. I've been on this trip a few times and always enjoy spending the day walking around the Lower East Side with 30 teenagers - no, really, I mean it. Most of the kids have never been in this part of the city before … Continue reading NYC – Just like I pictured it.
Coffee time
I don't know about you, but I haven't been sleeping that well recently, which makes my morning cup of Joe that much more necessary. For the rest of you coffee dependent folks out there, just a reminder that my favorite coffee place, Porto Rico Importers in NYC is having one of their two big annual … Continue reading Coffee time
A-Mazed at the Metropolitan
My oldest son watches way too much television. The only redemption from all this television viewing, in my opinion, is that he has learned some useful and cool information. From watching crime shows like CSI and NCIS, he learned the fact that there are bomb smelling dogs and drug smelling dogs and that the Labradors … Continue reading A-Mazed at the Metropolitan
Wheaties Schmeaties
Forget about some flakes in a bowl with cold milk - this is where it's at if you're looking for a Champion's breakfast. Roasted asparagus topped with a lightly fried egg and a shave of Parmesan. So good, so good for you!
Sunday Stroll
After witnessing a beautiful wedding on Saturday, Sunday was kind of a funky day for me. What better way to span new beginnings and potential endings than a literal walk across a bridge? Exactly - especially when you factor in the gorgeous sunshine and my complete lack of schedule. The Walkway over the Hudson was … Continue reading Sunday Stroll
Pizzalo
In honor of the official first weekend of Football Sunday, we ordered take-out from the new place in the DelSo, Pizzalo, last week. In addition to pizza their menu features pasta, salads, subs and wings, which certainly is convenient if you're serving a crowd with divergent appetites. We kept things simple by placing a focused … Continue reading Pizzalo
