The buildings were massive

The Center Park is my favorite place; way up at the top where there are the fewest tourists.  I feel like a real New Yorker complaining about tourists.  The best way to do it is walking behind them when they stop to take pictures, then you shout “Come On” and walk around them fast. Read more…

My state of mind

It’s a new year, a new chapter, a new city. New York City. It’s the city of my childhood dreams. I lived the dream briefly when I went to theatre school here. I didn’t stick around because I reasoned it would be wiser to strike out in a smaller pond Read more…

An examination of hair

There is no doubt it’s falling out.  The latest natural elixir (vegetable oil with Aniseed) has no impact on the increasing amount of scalp showing through his jet black curls.  Dee has convinced him licorice root is the key to healthy bones and hair.  Apparently bones and hair are fortified Read more…

monday getaway

“I don’t have anything to do.”  This is a common plaint of the nephews when they know exactly what they want to do but know it’s outside their reach.  This is usually an activity involving a screen.  It’s a version of the “I’m bored” whine I used to serve, sans Read more…