I know that sugarcoating reality is often considered positive behavior, but you know that I’m not one to claim to see unicorns and rainbows when it simply isn’t true, so let me tell you how things really are… On October 20th, 2015 I picked up my liquor license and officially opened for business as Lark … Continue reading What I’ve learned from owning a business
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10 Things I discovered Columbus Day weekend
Troy has some really nice homes (while running a 5K). Apparently when he isn't playing golf, Donald Trump plays"pussy grabbing." It's a sport that only gets discussed in locker rooms, but is played where ever famous men find vulnerable women. Sounds fun, right? It is possible to check out events in three different counties in … Continue reading 10 Things I discovered Columbus Day weekend
When is enough enough?
Early in the summer, I happily spent an afternoon at a friend’s house enjoying his hospitality and all of the lovely amenities his home offers – a peaceful setting with both a pool and a hot tub. As we relaxed in the bubbling hot tub, we talked about the simple satisfaction that comes from hanging … Continue reading When is enough enough?
Anniversary dinner
Anniversary: a date that is remembered or celebrated because a special or notable event occurred on that date in a previous year Yesterday was my 22nd wedding anniversary. I've been divorced for 5 years, so there weren't any cards or flowers to mark the occasion, yet I felt surprisingly sentimental about the day. I think … Continue reading Anniversary dinner
Fifty
I haven't been so excited about a birthday since my 30th, which was just shy of 20 years ago. Then, I was a newlywed, in love and pregnant with my oldest son. I had my first "real" job as a school librarian and we celebrated with a dinner party at a wonderful restaurant with friends … Continue reading Fifty
Growing up in black and white
There's been a lot of talk about race in our country and its got me thinking about the my own perspective on the relationships between blacks and whites. I was fortunate to have been raised by a woman who did not discriminate between races. My earliest school friendships were with a black girl and a … Continue reading Growing up in black and white
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