“The Phantom of the Opera,” the longest-running show in Broadway history will end its 35 year run on February 18, 2023. Almost 20 million people have seen the show, on Broadway, since it opened on January 26, 1988. Since the first production in London in 1986, the show has been seen by more than 145 million people around the world. The mask-we …
I am pretty sure I’ve written a variation of this blog before, but I am even more smitten now, so I am writing it again. About six months ago, my grand puppy came into our family as a rescue. He is a brown Labrador mix with just the sweetest eyes. While it takes him a little time to relax, once he knows you, you can’t miss all of that boundless …
It's that time again. Know some people, businesses and organizations that work on environmentally sustainable initiatives and projects? Why not help them gain much deserved recognition? Apply them for the Gotham Green Awards®. Gotham GREEN® provides a platform for businesses and professionals who seek to connect and promote sustainable busine …
Do you call anyone on their landline phones any longer? I was calling a friend from my cell phone over the weekend. As I tapped onto her contact information, both her cell number and home number came up. I knew that there was a good chance that she would be home so, for a moment, I was torn as to which phone to call. I ultimately opted to call h …
It's amazing how the simplest gesture can affect you or another person. Such as: Opening a door Smiling Saying a kind word Acknowledging someone's presence Even wearing a clown nose It can mean a lot more than you know...Thank You!
On Saturday night we were thrilled to witness our, surprisingly clean shaven (pictured), friend Guy deBoer pass through the first Golden Globe Race (GGR) check point in the Canary Islands on Facebook live.He was in 5th place out of 16 contestants. To be honest, having lived Guy’s dream with him for over 3 years, it was thrilling. Just thrilling!I …
Based upon a true story.At a doctors appointment, you are escorted in by a rushed medical assistant who is tasked with the preliminaries before you are seen by the doctor. There is a sense of anxiety in the air. You are anxious - after all, you are at a doctor’s office. And the assistant is adding to the anxiety. A sense of pressure. A tone.Just un …
If someone would have told me, last Friday, that all 4 New York sports teams would win on Sunday, I would have never believed it! A 4 win Sunday has not happened for 14 years. And, the Jets seemed like they would be terrible this year. Even though the Giants won last week, they lucked into the victory on a missed kick. So even getting one foot …
Has anyone else notice that stores are not stocked the way they used to be? I have been trying to fill in with a few pieces of clothing for the upcoming season. This is a sort of ordinary and regular tradition. Frankly, when we did school clothes shopping with the kids it was always an excuse for me to buy something new too. You know, hopping o …
I have become what one would term as a “football widow.” The only sport my husband is truly passionate about watching is football. So, on Sunday afternoons, Monday and Thursday nights I am left on my own because I have little to no interest in football. When we were first married, I sort of dreaded football season because it meant that Sundays wo …
Folks know my preference to work outdoors. Not hard labor (of course I have the ability); just setting up on my deck with much the same accoutrements I enjoy at when in my office (where I draft today’s commentary). The internet, cordless phone, iPhone, iPad and MacBook all facilitate a seamless transition from a desk inside to a comparative outside …
As I walked out of the house this morning (Friday) I fell a chill! Something I hadn't felt in, what seemed like, a long time. The cool crisp air was refreshing. My thoughts started to drift towards fall activities...buying a cord of wood to heat the house, pruning some pesky trees and bushes and getting the snow thrower started. With the dry …
Recently, when I was in France to witness the start of the around the world Golden Globe Race (GGR) , I introduced myself to GGR Director Don McIntyre. Don is an Australian who possesses a deep and broad adventure background. He's the kind of person I would never ordinarily meet, except for my tangential involvement in my friend Guy deBoer’s (pict …
Teams. As I was watching the U.S. Tennis Open, I heard several of the players refer, and thank, their “Team”, as the camera scanned over to a spectator box with several people in it. Perhaps it is the new rule in tennis that allows coaching during a match. I’ve noticed increasing references to “teams” - in the business world and elsewhere. Maybe i …
The Emmy Awards last night featured an intense battle for best drama series. “Better Call Saul”, “Euphoria”, “Ozark”, “Severance”, “Squid Game”, “Stranger Things” and “Yellow Jackets” made for a killer category of shows. Due to Covid, “Succession” was not in the running last year and “The Crown” reigned. Succession wins over audiences and crit …
