There was nothing I didn't like during my brief visit at my neighborhood's newest destination - The Cheese Traveler. The joint was jumping with a literal crowd of people - awesome! I saw a number of familiar faces; including newly elected Assembly Representative, Pat Fahy, and independent business owners Nick and Britin from All Good … Continue reading The Cheese Traveler’s Grand Opening Extravaganza!
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Mezze
I finally got to Mezze, an awesome restaurant just south of Williamstown, MA., after years of hearing about it. I'd heard praise for this place for so long, I can't even remember who* originally recommended it. Believe me, though, I would send that forgotten initial fan of the place a "thank you" note if I … Continue reading Mezze
Woodstock!
A couple of weeks ago, I realized it was starting to feel like I hadn't seen my bestie in a long time. Within hours, an indication of how psychically in tune we are, I got a text from her requesting a get together. We decided on a date and a destination and I immediately began … Continue reading Woodstock!
Living La Vida Local
A typical autumn Saturday... A cold morning moderated by sunshine and running around a field. Then it was off to All Good Bakers... ...for a couple of tasty baguettes to accompany the fantastic cheese I selected from my new neighbor, The Cheese Traveler. I went with a raw cow's milk washed rind (washed with beer!) … Continue reading Living La Vida Local
Birthday Weekend Memories!
Maybe I'm simple or I have a low threshold for happiness. I'm not really sure, but what I do know is I had a fantastically, perfect weekend. As the weekend progressed, I mentally inventoried each special little thing that cumulatively gave me one of my favorite birthday celebrations ever. Noting 46 of these items was … Continue reading Birthday Weekend Memories!
45 of the most memorable moments of my 45th year
In the spirit of life being comprised of moments and not years, I offer 45 special moments in time which I was blessed enough to enjoy in my 45th year... 1. Memorial Day Girls' weekend in Albany. 2. NYC with Liam - from the Met to running in the dark to Brooklyn from the Lower … Continue reading 45 of the most memorable moments of my 45th year
Thoughts on summer’s imminent end
A summer well lived can be defined as one in which the overnight bag gets unpacked, but not put away The sweet spot of summer, for me, is when the days all seem to feel like Sundays I understand there will be a lack of sympathy from those who don't teach, but please believe me … Continue reading Thoughts on summer’s imminent end