Have you heard of Air BNB? Interesting concept where ordinary people – just like you and me – offer their homes as accommodations to strangers. They say it is all vetted and if you want to be a host you must meet the Company’s standards. That said, would you use this service? Has anyone in our Gotham family tried to? On the flipside, would you …
Like Rona, I thought that this topic was going to be a cinch but in the end, I don’t think it is. What makes one person happy may be vastly different from what brings a smile to another. Sure, there are probably themes but when you dig down deep, where does happiness really come from for you? For me, I call on life’s moments and so thought I wou …
In my humble opinion, Robin Williams was one of the most talented human beings to have ever lived. You may disagree but a stroll down the long list of his accomplishments I believe supports my premise One episode on Happy Days in 1974 turned into a classic sitcom called Mork & Mindy in 1978. So many examples of the breadth of his talent follo …
My house is all consumed right now with college prep. Not the figuring out what school to go to kind – but the shopping, packing and generally getting ready to leave kind. I will save until later in the month the blog about sending my oldest off to college. I am trying hard not to think too much about that day – it’s not going to be pretty! (I am s …
If you are on Long Island and read the story, it happened Sunday afternoon at the pool at Syosset-Woodbury Park. 44 years old and in his prime, leaving his wife and two children. A tragic ending to the life of a colleague and friend. A smart, generous person who knew how to connect with people; not to mention, a really good lawyer. I know that t …
Following a summertime tradition, last night after dinner Bill and I went for ice cream to our local Carvel. As we were sitting outside, all of a sudden I noticed that we were both quiet. Now, the two girls sitting on the bench next to us were not quiet at all but we were doing that thing – you know, admit it, you do it too. Our ice cream eating e …
I discovered music in high school. It started with Barry Manilow (yes, I did just admit that) and Bill Joel, but soon Bruce Springsteen took center stage. I have vivid memories of long summer nights with friends hanging out outside of our houses and singing Bruce’s latest hits at the top of our lungs. Not sure the neighbors loved our performances …
It is a rite of passage for a 16 year old to go down to DMV for that coveted driver’s permit. A day filled with excitement and anticipation. Imagine your horror when you go to look for your permit one day and realize it’s not there. Change scenes. Last week, my husband stopped at the local 7 Eleven for a cup of coffee. As he was walking up to th …
Last Wednesday, my daughter graduated from high school. It was a memorable night in our family but even more memorable for another local family. The speeches had ended. The principal and school board members had started the process of announcing each (and every) name and personally handing each of the 580 graduates a well-earned diploma. Midway t …
Ponder this. In an attempt to assist the continuing quest to fund your child’s college education, a friend gives your graduating high school senior a lottery ticket as a gift. So, what if you hit the jackpot? Would you share the proceeds with your friend? Would you buy your friend a lavish gift? Conversely, would you do anything at all to acknowl …
I am not really a fan of Starbucks coffee. Maybe a Frappuccino on a hot day but for a regular cup of coffee I have other favorites. But today’s news definitely changed my allegiance. Starbucks started a new program to encourage its staff to pursue a college degree. According to one news report, 70 percent of Starbucks workers don’t have a colleg …
Our Gotham family gatherings twice a year always bring out the best in Gotham. Last night’s cocktail party was no exception. Gotham members from different groups came together with their friends for an evening of great conversation with beautiful views at The Top of the Garden. (Thanks Ashley!) And, there were many new friends to meet last night …
Please tell me that I am not alone. Ann B. Davis played the character of Alice on one of my all-time childhood TV shows, the Brady Bunch. (Don’t get me started – I’ll be talking about I Love Lucy next). Sadly, she passed away this weekend and that had me strolling down memory lane. I am actually a little fanatic about the show. I still sometime …
Anna and Emily Lawrence, twin sisters and juniors at JFK High School in Bellmore, recently made an important observation. Too many people, and in particular, new drivers are distracted by their cell phones and other devices. This is serious –people get hurt and some die. Some statistics show that eleven teens die every day because of texting and …
We have a contract in our house. The subject is driving. Anyone with a license for less than one month – ok, you get the point – must agree to its terms and sign before being offered the privilege of car keys. The contract covers things like: a) cell phones in the car; b) who can and cannot be a passenger; c) in whose car the new driver may be a …
|
Empty
|
