You have about an hour to live. Never thought I here someone say that to me. That type of line was only for TV shows and movies. But here I was in the emergency room with severe abdominal pain and a surgeon I did not know telling me this. I'm happy to say after two surgeries I'm on the "road to recovery." The details of the whole ordeal are very …
Do you remember the classic 1939 Judy Garland movie where they were off to see the Wizard on the yellow brick road and when they eventually found him he was a very ordinary little old man behind the screen? Very disappointing to say the least. Are you a Wizard of Oz?
There was an eerie sense as I opened my eyes the other morning. Something wasn't right. As my eyes focused, I realized that none of the usual lights were on. No digital numbers on the clock radio, no telltale glows from the chargers plugged into the wall and no ambient light from the street. No power. I went to the window and confirmed the trou …
I read recently that Jeb Bush inadvertently checked the Hispanic box in his voter registration form in 2009. His response was, “My mistake! Don’t think I’ve fooled anyone." It reminded me of a the silly mistakes I make and how foolish it is to get angry about them. How many times have I frantically searched for my glasses only to find them on the t …
I am sure I have written this blog before. In fact, probably two years ago when my phone contract was last up for renewal. It is time for an upgrade and I would genuinely appreciate your opinions. I Phone 6 or 6S Plus? (I have the 5, it’s just too small) Galaxy 5? Note? Wait for the Galaxy 6? OK, I am listening.
I had a text message “conversation” with one of my college roommates last week that went something like this: Stacy: Ro, Merrimack’s daughter grad [law school] in May. Would you talk to her? Thinking this was a favor just for my roommate my response was, “Sure.” Stacy: Thanks so much, Merrill [a friend of hers whom I have k …
My favorite holidays are Passoover and Thanksgiving. The first is the start of Spring. And the other is often my birthday. Most important is that both holidays revolve around eating. Most of the day is spent thinking about food. They have consequences though. Today, especially with our two year old granddaughter sleeping over, Eve has been …
Those who know me most know the thing I HATE (emphasis added) most probably involves asking others for money, to donate, to contribute, to take a journal ad. When I first started out, Tony Menna, who I met in Mario Cuomo's campaign for Mayor, who induced me to joined my first and second political clubs and later became my local political leader, s …
I've had three knee operations at my neighborhood Glen Cove Hospital on Long Island. My wife and son have also had procedures there. We are all satisfied patients.I was turned on to Glen Cove Hospital by my good friend Dr. David Berger who is head of anesthesiology there.This great local hospital was founded before World War II to serve a blend of …
Cayce’s blog yesterday was the perfect lead for mine today. As we approach this Passover and Easter holiday weekend, traditions are embraced. One of my favorites is making two of the traditional foods for the Passover Seders. Once again, I’ll be making the charoset -- a mixture of apples, walnuts and wine representing the mortar used by the Hebre …
When I was growing up, Easter was a really big deal. This was suburban Southern California and Georgia in the 60s and 70s. We got a new dresses, had our picture taken, went to church and had an even more delicious Sunday dinner, than our usual one. My mother was an excellent cook, perhaps a little heavy on the alcohol... We had egg hunts and adorab …
I enjoy this time of year – so much holiday preparation! Never ending shopping lists, planning menus, organizing family and always looking to add new family traditions. A few years ago, we found a song sheet with silly Passover songs that have become the opening act for our seder. But I digress. This week is mostly about the food. Our Pass …
Every so often I will see a post on Facebook of a picture of an object, such as a feather, or a living thing such as a robin and lady bug. Accompanying the picture will generally be a short thank you to a deceased relative for giving the person who posted the picture a sign that the deceased relative was still with them. After seeing such …
I have come to learn that women do not like to be called cute. Unless they are under 12. Much better to use words like "absolutely" and "gorgeous". That is why I have to change where I get my coffee in the morning. I was in my usual place waiting to be handed my coffee cup when I overheard a conversation between a customer and one of the counter …
This past Sunday, March 22, 2015, our tribe held its Third Annual Gotham Battle of the Bands at The Knitting Factory in Brooklyn. Attendees enjoyed eight very talented bands – Chordless Triad (1st prize, again), Cometa, Parkway South, The Offshoots (3rd Prize), Stronger Than Sum, Jessica & The Hot Seeds, 1 More Animal, and Off The Record (2n …
