Follow up to a prior blog about Spring get-away inquiries, my wife and I landed on a long weekend out in Sag Harbor. This turned out to be our "baby moon"...did not know this was a thing until she found "bloggers" talking about on social media [blogging works!]. In any event, we've stopped through Sag Harbor several times in the past for lunch but …
Following in the footsteps and by the examples of our stellar Manhattan and LI Dinner groups, as I write my blog this evening, I am getting ready for a fun LI Womens meeting tomorrow. I am sitting here with an envelope full of questions on little slips of paper ranging from – “If you were an animal, what would you be?” to “What is your least favo …
Both Nancy and Mitch wrote about AI this week. I just had to add my recent experience. I was following up with two mediation clients, both of whom are highly successful professionals. At the previous session we had ended with a discussion as to whether one of them would rather take part of their equitable distribution in the form of a credit towa …
Another special show last week. Not a birthday show as was the case with John Fogerty the week before. The Doobie Brothers - Walk This Road Release Event featured a new album release by this Rock and Roll Hall of Fame member band (inducted in 2020). It took place in a relatively small Venue, Irving Plaza. Again accompanied by my daughter Marisa. …
Over a year ago, I wrote about being at the cusp—an inflection point in the evolution of artificial intelligence. I referenced Mustafa Suleyman, the CEO of AI at Microsoft, who described AI as a “new digital species.” Since then, AI has become deeply embedded in nearly every aspect of our society. It monitors our clicks, movements, and scrolling …
Last Sunday was absolutely thrilling, as I bore witness (and recorded) my Grandson Shawn Atom sing and perform with my son Alex's, Bodega Tallboys, band at the Sunset Club on Tappen Beach, Long Island. It evoked so much emotion, even tears, as they sang and played Dylan's "Rock Me (Like a Wagon Wheel)"! On the video, one can hear me exclaiming "My …
As I was entering the Diner, I held the door open for four women who were leaving.As each passed me, they said “Thank you” and I responded “you’re welcome”. Until the last who said “No tip tonight” to which I did not respond.I wonder whether she was trying to be clever?
Sorry, this is a rather long blog. Sometimes when you think about places to visit, you pick one or two in the back of your head as a one day, just maybe we can go. An opportunity came up a few months ago when my next-door neighbors told us about their planned adventure to drive via motorhome, to Seattle and then take a cruise to Alaska. They asked …
Recently, I was trying to organize some thoughts around an upcoming presentation. It was not a conversation about the law, but instead a practical conversation. I was having trouble getting started but knew once I took the lid off, the content would flow. I decided to give AI a try. Someone recently recommended Claude.AI so I downloaded the …
I knew it was coming. First, I received the questionnaire. And then a month later it followed: the summons for jury duty. I was last summoned for jury duty about eight years ago and I was let go the first afternoon. This time I was summoned for June 9; a day I already have a hearing scheduled. I sat down to write the request for a postponement …
Marisa and I attended a very special 80th birthday party, last Wednesday (May 28, 2025). We very much enjoyed the opportunity to celebrate with Rock and Roll Hall of Fame member (with Creedence Clearwater Revival) John Fogerty. John performed on his 80th at The Beacon Theatre, probably the most beautiful venue in which to attend any show. John an …
Last weekend, I smoked ribs and grilled chicken. Then on Monday, I smoked a chuck roast using the same method I would for brisket — and let me tell you, it’s my new go-to! It’s much cheaper than a brisket and way smaller, which is perfect for just two people. As usual, I used my homemade rub on the meats — the same one my uncle and sister have be …
Since I was young, I have been compelled to take pictures (pics in modern parlance). First on film and now updated to digital. My iPhone camera allows for "in the moment" candid shots, instant editing and is cost free. Not to mention the ability to share and upload to the internet. Can you believe, I have nearly 70,000 pics on my phone, in addi …
I was invited to an event yesterday afternoon. Instead of attending, I had tolet them know that rather than making a toast at the event, I would probably make everyone sick. Therefore, I didn’t go.During Covid, we were routinely reminded of our obligations to others if we felt sick or had been exposed. But has the sensitivity and obligation endured …
Last weekend, in observance of Memorial Day, we commemorated those who fought to safeguard our Democracy. We remembered those who died to ensure that we could continue striving towards what remains for some an elusive “more perfect union,” a national where all people can enjoy the “right to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.” For so …
