I've written before about Lupa and its status as my favorite place to eat, specifically their bar, when I'm in NYC. It would be misleading though to deny my absolute love for pretty much all Mario Batali does, food wise, in New York City. A recent overnight trip illustrates why I have often joked that … Continue reading Check payable: Mario Batali
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Don’t be afraid to care
Care: (verb) Feel concern or interest; attach importance to something. I spent a day recently doing my best Holden Caulfield impersonation. You know, basically getting lost and visiting some of my favorite NYC haunts, like Macy's and the West Village. I also went to a couple of restaurants with bars that offer … Continue reading Don’t be afraid to care
Breathe, breathe in the air
When I'm in NYC, I just want to inhale it - the energy, the people, the food, the buzz. All of it. Well, I suppose I can omit the urine stench and the "juice" that leaks from the garbage trucks in summer, but, aside from those liquids, I want it all. I love the spontaneity … Continue reading Breathe, breathe in the air
Free falling
If you know me, whether in person or from reading here, you are aware that I have a bit of a control issue. I lean towards being moderate in my indulgences and don't enjoy the feeling of being out of control. My dislike of that type of sensation probably impacts me in many ways, but … Continue reading Free falling
Hot yoga
Seems like everyone knows about my passion for running, but did you know I have another activity that challenges and strengthens me? Yep, it even provides balance for the physical demands of pounding the pavement as well as an opportunity to tune in mentally to my body in a manner that running, due to the … Continue reading Hot yoga
What’s wrong with oysters?
Martha's Vineyard is kind of a minefield for me. I did some day trips here over the years. Always with the former husband, always pleasant and memorable. I'll forever smile when I think about the two bigger boys in their dueling Yankees/Red Sox hats being playfully interrogated about their allegiances by the ferry guy. He … Continue reading What’s wrong with oysters?
Beach Bonfire – Updated with photos!
When I was polling the boys, prior to our annual Cape Cod trip, about what they might be interested in doing Griffin requested a bonfire on the beach. Yep, the same boy who took surfing lessons and wanted to visit L.A. He's a dude in the making, fer sure. The process for legally having a … Continue reading Beach Bonfire – Updated with photos!
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