A few weeks ago, during a presentation I paused to ask the audience of lawyers to fill in the blank in this sentence, “If I could pass a law, it would . . . “ Think about that – but not too hard because that is not the topic of my blog. Close, but not exactly the same. I want to give all of you out there the opportunity to create. Finish this …
I have to admit that I enjoy the memories that show up in my feed every morning. The photo stroll in most instances is a happy trip down some memory lane, near or far. Most recently, the stroll was from my son’s last performance with his college Acappella group two years ago, just before college graduation. What a night. The seniors all had s …
Every year, I look forward to the kick off of spring and the move to my deck. Working outside in my backyard is my happy place. I feel like yesterday was a false start. It was over 80 degrees and sunny on Long Island and I was longing to get outside. Unfortunately, my backyard wasn’t ready for me. Our furniture is still wrapped in plastic. …
Now, this is a blast from the past. How many of you out there grew up with plastic slipcovers on the living room couch? If you are there with me, remember the whooshing noise they made when you sat down? How about, what it felt like to stand up from the hot cushions in the heat of the summer? Or, how the sharp edges on the corners felt just …
One of the highlights of our recent trip to northern California was a luxurious day spent in Sonoma. My daughter planned the whole excursion for the four of us – complete with door to door service and a scrumptious midday lunch. Next time I see you, I encourage you to ask to see pictures. One of the vineyards we visited was Loxton Cellars where …
Anyone who knows me at all, knows how important family is in my world. It is not just about those in my immediate circle. I appreciate all family – mine and everyone else’s too. I also appreciate being a student of family. I am always taken with how our ancestors came to be together from generations before. I will tell a story – and one that …
And fantastic! We are great fans of local theatre. Frankly, we are great fans of theatre anywhere. Make it a musical, and we are in heaven. I can pretty much guarantee that we are the singing and swaying couple at most musicals. Recently we went to see A Chorus Line at The Argyle Theatre in Babylon, Long Island. What a wonderful performance. …
Recently, I was privy to the following dilemma. A local mom complained that she sends birthday cards gifts to her grown children, their spouses and her grandchildren every year but over the last number of years there has been no sign of any reciprocation. What should she do was the question of the moment? The universal opinion was to keep send …
Recently, I was privy to the following dilemma. A local mom complained that she sends birthday cards gifts to her grown children, their spouses and her grandchildren every year but over the last number of years there has been no sign of any reciprocation. What should she do was the question of the moment? The universal opinion was to keep send …
I grew up with an encyclopedia proudly displayed on the shelves in our den. The World Book – it was olive green with navy blue borders. When a homework assignment needed some information, we turned right to the encyclopedia. During law school, we learned computerized legal research. Yes, learned. Special classes – dedicated terminals. Any l …
Coming out of the pandemic (although I’m not sure we ever really have come out of the pandemic), I’ve learned that I really like my time in the office. The hustle, bustle and plain social nature of being around a group is just plain fun. I am convinced I learn more in the office as well – even at this stage in my career. There is no substi …
When my kids were in nursery school, they were taught to sleep with a spoon under their pillow to bring on a snowy day. As I write this Monday evening, I have decided to sleep with a spoon under my pillow. It has been so long since we have seen any real measure of snow, two years or so if the reporting today had been correct. I miss it. There …
Yesterday, I had the opportunity to create a “half glass full” occasion. My son and his girlfriend just returned from a (fantastic) trip to Lima. The problem was that their flight was cancelled and so they had to rebook at the last minute. Add to the story – they live in Lynchburg VA. As my luck would have it, the best flight they could find t …
When my children were in nursery school, they were taught a special trick when the forecast was snow. If you slept with a spoon under your pillow, you were sure to wake up with the streets blanketed in a sea of white – which surely signaled either a delayed start to the school day or even one of those prized snow days. It has been so long since …
If I have a choice, I choose flying. Driving is fine, but I find my self less and less patient with a long drive. As an alternative to driving, I would most definitely opt for Amtrak. Recently we did a day trip to Wilmington and chose Amtrak over driving, hands down. But if I have the option, I would choose flying first. I am not actually s …
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