Yes, RLJ at the Cohoes Music Hall. I was on the Cape when the tickets went on sale and immediately snatched up six, knowing that it wouldn’t be hard to share them with likeminded friends. You know, people who would also be blown away by the fact that RLJ was playing in a 475 seat … Continue reading Rickie Lee Jones at the Cohoes Music Hall
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A Saratoga Trifecta – Track, Farmers Hardware & Violet’s
Going to the track has never been my thing. Gambling doesn't appeal to me, I don't like big crowds and I'm really distressed by the number of horses which have died this season. It's all just too much. But, I do enjoy early mornings in Saratoga. There's a simple beauty to the horses trotting around … Continue reading A Saratoga Trifecta – Track, Farmers Hardware & Violet’s
Picturing Albany Part II
Most of the art that hung on the beautiful brick walls of Lark + Lily was curated by Ken Ragsdale. His connections in the artist community provided me the opportunity to display some truly special work. Ken did a wonderful job selecting pieces and he exposed me to numerous artists whom I'd never known before. … Continue reading Picturing Albany Part II
Turn the page
As of 4:55 on a Wednesday in June, I no longer belong to the ranks of business owner - and it feels great. The transaction was as low-key and undramatic as are all of the involved parties. The deal was put together without realtor representation and the terms were easily agreed upon with minimal negotiation. … Continue reading Turn the page
Postscript L+L
There are so many thoughts and ideas bouncing around in my head about my experience as a business owner. It's like too many, almost, and the words are choking me instead of flying out of my mouth. I can't settle on where to start. Other than with Day 1. Waking up Saturday morning was different. … Continue reading Postscript L+L
The peaceful transference of power
Thursday night I had the pleasure of working alongside Danny & Heidi Urschel, the couple who are in the process of purchasing my business. Weeks ago I had mentioned to them that Champagne on the Park was a big event for our neighborhood and suggested they participate by providing some food and their presence as … Continue reading The peaceful transference of power
Paradise might be a parking lot
Whenever the conversation turns to city life you know that the topic of parking is going to come up. While many of us have no issue with doing a couple of laps, or even walking a few blocks from our car to our destination, there are quite a few people who absolutely will not venture … Continue reading Paradise might be a parking lot
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