The sky was cloudless, the bluest of blues and, in the days following Tuesday, September 11, 2001, silent as if it too were in shock from what it had witnessed. The highways were orderly as generators were pulled behind tractor trailers headed south to provide light for those searching for survivors. Drivers were patient and … Continue reading Never to be forgotten
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3 friends, 2 cities, 1 lucky human – part 1
This first week of summer vacation has been nonstop fun and shenanigans. I'm not sure I could maintain the pace for 9 more weeks, but I've really enjoyed starting my summer in gangbuster fashion. The U2 show gave me the perfect opportunity to spend some time in my most favorite city, NYC. I swapped some … Continue reading 3 friends, 2 cities, 1 lucky human – part 1
NYC observations
It's a weird February when the snow drops are in bloom and the daffodils are already 5" high in Central Park. Speaking of things that are a weird height, the cool guys were all wearing pants that we would have called "floods (short for floodwaters)" back in the day. Lots of exposed ankles. In general, … Continue reading NYC observations
My favorite governor in New York State – Governor’s Island
When I mentioned to friends last week that I was heading down to the city for a couple of days, they suggested that I visit Governor's Island. Although I often stay downtown in the financial district, I'd never really considered taking the ferry to any island other than Staten and knew nothing about Governor's Island. … Continue reading My favorite governor in New York State – Governor’s Island
In the flesh – Princess Leia’s bikini
As we traveled to NYC last Saturday morning my oldest son brought my attention to an event currently being held at the Discovery Center, Star Wars and the Power of Costume. We’ve been to a couple of other exhibitions at this venue and have always been satisfied with the experience and, seeing that my youngest … Continue reading In the flesh – Princess Leia’s bikini
Robert Plant and the Sensational Space Shifters
The first time I saw Robert Plant was at the Meadowlands in the late 80s. I was 21 or 22 years-old and had been a Led Zeppelin fan for as long as I could remember. Stevie Ray Vaughan opened up and absolutely ruined Plant for me. Stevie was just that good. Since that time, I'm … Continue reading Robert Plant and the Sensational Space Shifters
Can I have your number?
I went to NYC yesterday evening to see Robert Plant and his band the Sensational Shape Shifters. It's been a hectic week and it was so nice to cut loose a little and slow down for the night. Incidentally, what does it mean, when my life is so busy, that I go to the city … Continue reading Can I have your number?
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