In the course of making a new business acquaintance, I was asked to describe my practice philosophy. What a great question, I thought to myself. I don’t recall having ever been asked that question in a networking context. The answer, I quickly concluded, revealed more about me professionally than my answer to the standard, “what do you do?” …
We have entered a very exciting baseball playoff season for our NY teams. In that spirit, I had a super fun conversation with my aunt this weekend. I learned that she was a huge Brooklyn Dodgers fan and spent many an afternoon in the mid-1950s at Ebbets Field. With crystal clarity, she recalled watching exciting games with family and friends, …
I have to admit, I am a bit of a news junkie. I will read, watch and listen in multiple modes and medium. Sometimes though, I feel like I have to turn it all off. Just for the chance to take a breath and absorb everything happening in the world around us, I sometimes need to refrain from my ordinary and just listen to music. Frankly, that do …
Have you noticed? Felt it in the air? We are on a roll! I am all charged up because of our Bring-A-Guest meeting yesterday. Were you there? I promise -- you should not miss the next one. You may recall that BAG was a pandemic child, born of a membership committee brainstorm to create a virtual party of connecting. Cost of admission, brin …
Imagine if that were a real question in conversation rather than just an expected exchange of pleasantries. We all say it, sort of like muscle memory. But are we really asking the other person to share how they truly are in that moment? Perhaps they just had a difficult conversation with a family member. Or maybe they are worried about the stabi …
Yesterday we celebrated an annual Gotham tradition – our Golf Outing. Norman and the Golf Committee outdid themselves again this year – with a little help from their friends on the day of the outing. The event was flawless and filled with long-time Gotham members, new members and new friends. I know – I took a survey at dinner. I hope you wil …
When each of my children started college, I joined the school’s parent Facebook page. I always found the page to be full of useful information and mostly, a supportive community of parents trying to help their children have the best experience they could in school. Posts ranged from where to find the best meals, closest supermarkets, how much …
Have you signed up yet for our annual Bob Formica Golf Outing? There is still time. If you know me at all, you know that I am not athletic. I mean, really, not athletic. Just ask, I will share a story or two. But every year, I go out on the golf course once for our outing and I wouldn’t miss it. I learned that being part of the day continue …
I don’t like saying goodbye to my children. They both live too far away – and they both enjoy coming home which I like very much. Visits home now are usually extended and filled with concentrated family time, so much talking til late at night and food – let’s not forget the food. [Last time my son and his girlfriend were up to visit, I referr …
Last night I attended Gotham’s Dinner Group meeting at Bobby Van’s. The one word that comes to mind is – wow. The room was literally packed with more than 25 members and guests there for the same reason – to make new friends, help one another and make good connections along the way. As everyone took their turn around the table, I kept thinking – …
When my alarm rings off in the morning, I stir. I am not a quick riser. I need multiple taps of the snooze button before it is time to really get the day started. Even then, I like my slow move, spending a little time reading, catching up on news, legal and otherwise – and admittedly, a little social media tour. When it is time to actually …
Good morning Gotham. I am fighting a virus today and so I am going to take this week off from blogging. Hope you all had a great July 4th and see you next week!
Without exaggeration, for over 10 years – maybe more – I have been buying five fresh delicious rolls from the bakery at my supermarket. Every Saturday. Five has seemed to be the perfect number since Bill makes lunch for himself every day. Although sometimes, there is a breakfast slipped in there too. This past Saturday as I was checking out, I …
I carry a small card case that doubles as a wallet. It comes in handy. One day recently as I was busily departing my LIRR train, I couldn’t find the case. I was doing the standard – check one last time for everything important – departure dance but couldn’t find it. It was distinctly possible, I concluded, that the wallet was on my desk and s …
Have any? I’m starting to think about the summer and wondering where we might run for a quick weekend or two. No big plans in our future, I’m afraid, but a quick getaway or two sounds nice. Where have you visited recently for a quick trip? Maybe I will get an idea from you.
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