For as long as I can remember, I have always been somewhat obsessive compulsive. Mix it with some superstition and it can make for some stress in my life and may be partially why I have high blood pressure. This is something I am keenly aware of yet, no matter how hard I try, I can’t quite stop it completely.

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.   

This past week, I have spent a lot of time with my grandchildren, Jordan age 3 and Taylor, 18 months.   Having grandchildren is like signing up for a circus you didn’t know you were hosting. They show up, turn your house totally upside down, eat one bite of what you offer them and then ask for something else, deciding for some reason that they no longer like the first food item you offered them even though you have seen them eat it hundreds of times.  

Building on the vibe in last week's commentary in this space, many I know root for a subway series.  The Bronx "tenants" did their part.  We'll know soon enough the outcome involving the Queens "tenants" I root for and who I brought my very appreciative daughter to a game also attended by my brother Jeff and Friday's blogger and sons and grandson last Thursday eve's game at Citi Field.

Had a thought the other day while driving...(how unusual:). It occurred to me while driving next to someone who was talking on her phone through the car, in an incredibly animated conversation. I guess she was screaming because she didn't look happy    I wonder what would be THE list of all the things people do in their car while driving. Here's my attempt...and while you read it, think about what you do (be honest)   Listen to the Radio/Podcasts/Music/Books

I am a member of a quarterly Gotham breakfast group (pictured).  Members are Corey, Bruce Swicker, Robert Intelisano, David Oralevich, Craig Shink, Alan Kreit and David Abeshouse.  At our most recent breakfast we discussed the sad news of the passing of David's beloved younger brother Adam and resolved to attend the Shiva together at David's house.

What do you do with a line from a play that stays with you?You share it.We saw “Magnificent Bird” and “Book of Travelers” — written and performed by Gabriel Kahane — at Playwrights Horizons.

When I decided to go to law school despite having two young  kids and no money, I was told I’d never make it. I did make it, and I made it Cum Laude.