What is your “go to” relaxing scene? For me, my wish list is simple – holding a glass of wine in one hand and a good book in the other while sitting outside in the warm sun. This scene could unfold literally in my backyard but each of the components must exist. Sometimes, my “go to” involves an episode or two of a binge worthy show and some go …
I remember how we used to remark that some brand names became so iconic, they replaced the actual product name—like calling petroleum jelly "Vaseline" or tissues "Kleenex” or bandages became “Band-Aids.” These brands blurred the line between the product and its identity. The rise in technology have now resulted in app names becoming verbs—sudde …
I know my recovery -- discussed last week -- involves a process: physical therapy, exercise, rest, and not taking part in every activity I might covet. There remains events I may not get cleared to attend. I made clear to all that recovery must not get hindered by other things; this includes my work and various involvements. No question te …
Is your glass half full… or half empty?Honestly, some days it feels like it depends on how much sleep I got. Here’s the truth: you don’t have to pick a side. You can be the dreamer and the doer.The hopeful heart and the practical planner.The one who believes in miracles, but also budgets for groceries. I switch between both depending on the d …
Recently, my daughter in law Julie, who is a librarian at our local library, made an off hand remark about how much she values and enjoys her library community. I asked her to expound upon her thought and, In part, she responded: "Working in the library has been one of the most fulfilling experiences of my life. Helping patrons who need all kind …
I may not have as many T shirts as Fred, but I have a fair number. I even have a box of T shirts in storage after a recent purge of T shirts.I have “plain” T shirts in a variety of colors and “message” T shirts that recall events, places and causes.I tend to favor plain T shirts that carry no message. Every once in a while, I am moved to wear a mes …
SUmmer always goes bye fast. As we enter the month of August its ussually vacation time but there are always things i wantedt o do at the begining of the summer that its become harder to get to. The time goes by so fast, trips you want to take, concerts you want to go to, golf course you want to get to. ARe you doing all the things you set out to d …
Our flight was scheduled to leave NYC at 9:36 pm Friday night. It did not. At some point, we lost count of the number of delays. Soon, it was almost midnight, and we learned that while the flight crew had arrived, the pilot had timed out. What did that mean? You guessed it, no flight out of LaGuardia that night. We were given several unat …
Before Covid I rarely, if ever, gave my clients my cell phone number. Covid quickly changed that policy, almost all of my clients have my cell phone number. The younger clients specifically ask for my cell phone number when they sign the retainer agreement. I am currently noticing that several clients prefer to text me rather than use email. And …
Some know; some did not; everyone knows now. Dr Gwo-Chin Lee performed surgery last Thursday to replace my left hip at the vaunted Hospital for Special Surgery. I got home yesterday and rather intense rehab follows; no doubt it means limits on work and other involvements. I know others will step up to help. I appreciate the many well wishes from …
(True story) In New Zealand, a new breed of cat has emerged. We don't know why or how, but the facts are irrefutable. It all started in the quiet seaside neighborhood of Mairangi Bay, Auckland, where one unlikely outlaw is stealing. Meet Leo, a 15-month-old feline with a taste for the finer things in life. From silk boxer shorts to a $300 cashmer …
When you reach a certain age it is prudent to visit a dermatologist every 6 months for a full body scan. My dermatologist is Dr. Nancy Wolfin, in Great Neck, and not only is she a great doctor (she treated Bob Marley), but, extra bonus, she grew up in Long Beach and is a fellow diehard New York Ranger hockey fan. My regular full body scan occurred …
Flo and I grew up in the same neighborhood. Although we didn’t know each other back then, Flo lived a few doors down from a childhood friend of mine.So we decided to go for a drive to visit the old neighborhood.First past the house that I grew up in. Not much of a change since my mother moved over twenty five years ago. The four- way stop signs wer …
I have no doubt that this group is full of individuals who work long, hard hours...we are all dedicated to our professions, client's and staff. But what about family. Contrary to what my significant other thinks, time in my office is NOT like a day at Disney! That being said, I do love my work and am always worried about meeting my client's needs …
In the last few days, I seemed to have wandered into the same conversation with entirely different groups of people. I am not sure where I am landing in conclusion. Maybe you can help. I Roku. Do you? But I Roku in order to is supplement what is otherwise available to me to watch on network and cable, not as a replacement. Frankly, that neve …
