So I thought I'd see what was "trending" on Google, so I could write a really up-to-date blog post. Here's what I found. 1. Hamilton Chicago - Tickets are going for $9000. 2. Michael Jackson - Stockpiles of violent porn at Neverland Ranch 3, Lauri Peterson - Never heard of her, but she's on Real Housewives and her son is suspected of attempted murd …
These three men have eased my pain and I am able to love life more this week because of them. No one is more surprised than me. Lin Manuel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4FnAvhvZXdo POTUS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ntF-ieEOgkM Andrew Cuomo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=peRK0NnexX0&feature=youtu.be We believe in New York that …
Reposting a blog from the past with a timeless message. Shake it off. Music heals. Sometimes life can be so simple. The other night after a very long day, I was headed home on the 14th St. crosstown bus. It is a favorite of mine. All is going well, when 2 stops before “my stop” it starts. Two guys start in on each other, the shouting escalates, …
June 1. Just another day in the calendar? Summer has begun. Heat up your brain and heart. Every day we have the opportunity for kindness and acheivement. Use this day wisely. Some things that happened on June 1: 1533 - Anne Boleyn, Henry VIII’s new queen, was crowned. 1938 - Baseball helmets were worn for the first time. 1954 - In the Peanuts c …
I heard this week of a great loss. No well known celebrity this man, but loved by many many people. I had only met him once, but knew then of his light and joy and brains and loves. I am moved too because I love those who loved him. We miss you, Edward. Death Before us great Death stands Our fate held close within his quiet hands. When with proud …
It always amazes me how far people will go to be against something or someone. Its a habit, a well established neural pathway and, of course, I am guilty of it myself. What a different world we would have if we could just concentrate on what we are for, what we support, rather than what we don't want. What we resist, persists. Here's HuffPost's Wei …
Sometimes I find enjoying a film to be quite cathartic and inspiring, especially if I'm feeling a little "down in the dumps" or sad. Well, it turns out I'm not the only one who thinks watching a movie can be a very helpful thing to do, there are actually whole doctorates on this very subject, not to mention websites, organizations and meet ups. We …
For the first time in my 29 years with my super talented bride, Sheilagh Weymouth, we are separated by more than a few days. Or even a couple of weeks. She has gone to California to star in the Tony awarded play, Vanya & Sonia & Masha & Spike at the Sierra Rep, playing Sonia. I am thrilled for her, but it is a strange, freeing, sad, joy …
Recently the entertainment news has been full of Beyonce's film, Lemonade, which tells the story of Jay Z's unfaithfulness, her feelings and the decision to stay with him. Fairly interesting stuff done in a very artistic way. Thats not the lemonade I'm writing about today. My lemonade story does involve male philandering, but the heart of the story …
in the last two days, I ran into Christian Slater, the actor, at Duane Reade and Luis D. Ortiz, of Million Dollar Listing, at the World Financial Center. It always cheers me up to see these "celebrities", when I'm out and about in the Greatest City in the World, New York City. I think its because these successful people are out and about on the str …
With the Gotham "How To Get Business" seminar just around the corner, I thought these interesting and unique tips were worth a read. From Emily Taylor, Digital Marketing Manager at Tradable Bits: 1. Stalk yourself on social media When was the last time you actually scoured at your own social media profiles? During events, hundreds of people you’re …
Want to be more productive? Take a nap! From the Daily Mirror: "If you've ever suffered from a post-lunch lull, the workplace of the future might be just your thing - as nap rooms will feature in the office landscape. The idea of a place just for a snooze during the working day has been floated by Arianna Huffington, businesswoman and journalist. S …
Just back from a check up at the Doctor's office. A year (or so) ago, he took my blood and reported to me that my cholesterol was dangerously high. I was astounded, but so it goes. He wanted me to go on Lipitor or some other such thing. I am generally not a fan of prescription drugs. I think they are over prescribed, though I do respect the miracle …
From the Huffington Post: See Lin-Manuel Miranda and Emma Watson freestyle about gender equality. Right here. One of the highlights of his gender equality freestyle? “That means all day, every day, equal pay, every way, OK?” What else is there to say?
I was talking to another Gothamite, the wonderful Sonia Saleh, about what Gotham means to us and how we view it. We came up with the concept of Gotham as Playground. Not to belittle the all the great work that is done within the Gotham Tribe, a playground to me is a place to try out new ideas, engage with like minded (and not-so-like-minded) people …
