Last weekend, I noticed a common theme in several stories in the Sunday Times. There were three major stories concerning the sexual harassment and assault of women. On the front page of the main section, there was an in depth story detailing the investigation and acts of Dr. Lawrence Nassar, who sexually assaulted numerous young female athletes. …
It’s that time of the year again, the day after the Super Bowl. Every year there’s debate about whether to make the day after the Super Bowl a national holiday since most people are sluggish the next day. My husband and I host a Super Bowl party every year, so it is a very long night for us. Last year, I had a court hearing scheduled the n …
I love giving a good gift. Yesterday we attended my friend’s seventith surprise party. For a month I have been racking my brain trying to figure out what to get him. As of last week, all I could think of was a gift card. Finally on Friday, I found the perfect gift. My husband and I travel with the friend whose birthday it was. So, clearly …
I have seen so many articles lately which tout the importance of consistent nightly sleep. Apparently, some of the few benefits of having healthy sleep patterns are improvement in memory, reduction of stress and anxiety, aid in weight loss, reduction in inflammation, a sharper focus, and, essentially, help you live longer. I, admittedly, hav …
This blog is not so much about the story that I’m relaying. This blog is about trust. The same woman, Rachel, has been cutting and coloring my hair for the past ten years. On Saturday morning, I had an 9:00 a.m. appointment for a cut and color. The salon called me early in the morning to tell me that Rachel was ill and would not be coming …
It’s that time of the year again, Gotham invoices are available for payment. And, invariably, this is the time when I hear members asking, “What has Gotham done for me?” Here’s my answer to that question, this is what Gotham has done for me. As most of you who read my blog know, I love to travel but I am a very fearful flyer. Bill Solz, Gotham t …
As today is New Year’s Day, I thought it would be interesting to learn how we developed the tradition of making New Year’s resolutions. Using Google as my research tool, I learned the Babylonians made promises to their deities at the start of each year that they would return borrowed objects and pay their debts. The Romans began each year by making …
One of the most fun aspects of this time of the year, for me, is all of the treats that are delivered to my office. We’ve gotten Lindt chocolates, baked brownies, and chocolate covered pretzels. While I try to limit my intake, it is exciting to see what gift will be delivered next. My husband’s office gets similarly inundated with treats. Last …
In an effort to find a favorite blog for the Gotham Gazette I read a few of my older blogs. One of first blogs concerned an attempt to overcome a personal fear. Rereading the blog several years later inspired me to revisit the topic. As many may know I love to travel. As many of you may not know I am an extremely fearful flyer. In that blog, I w …
I was so saddened by the news last week of the death of David Cassidy. He truly was my first child hood crush. As a young girl, I remember saving up $8.00 in cash and coins and mailing it all away to be a part of his fan club. Immediately upon receiving the posters and small heart stickers with his picture on them, I proceeded to cover my walls …
Several years ago-after Hurricane Sandy-my husband and I decided to apply for a grant, through N.Y. Rising, to raise our home above flood level. After several years of applications, submissions of plans, costs etc. and a variance hearing, work is set to begin on our home tomorrow. During the construction, the bottom level of our home will be obl …
I am hoping that this blog is not read as a political blog. Rather, I hope it’s read as a blog about family. I was saddened to see pictures, on the internet, of Malia Obama tailgating before a Harvard football game. There were allegations that she was doing much more than tailgating, but, when I realized what I was looking at I quickly clicked of …
Today, I am all about surprises. Yesterday, my husband and I threw our eldest daughter a surprise bridal shower and, even though there were slip-ups, i.e. text messages not meant for her sent in a group family text, I think we pulled it off. She had a fabulous day and she seemed, genuinely, surprised. For me, planning the party was more fun than …
I cannot believe that Thanksgiving is almost upon us. And for the first time in several years, I am hosting. While for most people on Thanksgiving the turkey is the “star” of the show, I am all about the side dishes. I love filling my plate with a taste of every side dish and just a smidgen of turkey. Given that I am hosting, my plan is to have a …
I am a big fan of “Shark Tank.” I love seeing the different products and hearing the sharks’ reactions to them. But I think what I enjoy the most is hearing the advice the sharks give the entrepreneurs. If you listen closely, sometimes it’s almost a master’s class in running a business. Recently, Mark Cuban said something that really resonated …
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