For better or worse, AI is now part of our daily life, transforming the way we live, work, and interact. It's not just a futuristic concept from Star Trek anymore; AI is here to stay.   Smart assistants like Alexa and Google Home, powered by AI, are essentially revolutionizing home automation. They control our lights, play our favorite music, and even manage our shopping lists with simple voice commands. I wonder how many Gothamites have one and how often they use it...   

Every morning I swim at the local pool at 6:00 am and one must arrive early to get a good lane.  Thus, we begin lining up, huddled in the cold, at about 5:40 and there is a regular crew of swimmers (special are the ladies who regularly swim in lanes 2, 3 and 6) and gym rats (pictured).

We attended the Winter concert of the National Children’s Chorus.Our seven-year-old grandson, who recently found his voice and has been rehearsing with the chorus for a few months, was our reason to make the trip to the City for the performance.In addition

I like to say that when it comes to networking, “the fun is in the follow up.” That’s when we really get to know each other. It's where friendship happens.   

You may recall from an earlier blog that in my family, we frequently offer "lists" to each other for desired gifts.  This year, my daughter and I talked about the fact she wanted a satin cap for sleeping. (You curly girls out there will understand this in an instant.) Last night she sent me a text with the name of a brand she liked.  Later in the evening, I took a Facebook scroll -- and lo and behold, my feed was full of satin caps for sleeping.  One advertisement was even for the brand she suggested.

My youngest daughter, Sydney, got married on October 28, 2023. Since that day I have been contemplating what I would say about her wedding in a blog.   There was an unexpected, for me, difficult part of the day. It was difficult to come to the realization that my baby (she’s the youngest of four) is no longer a baby. She was becoming a married woman with a husband and a family of her own. That thought struck me numerous times during the day and I struggled to hide my sadness from her.

In 2012, Gotham added its Red Bandana Award, in addition to its annual Networker of the Year Award (initiated in 2004). The Year before (2011) Gotham selected my co-chair of GOtham GREEN® Joshua Zinder, and me as Networkers of the Year.

Making people laugh is a unique joy, a magical connection that feels so good. Whether on stage with a microphone or in everyday conversations, making people laugh is an art and a gift.