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Scalped…Cash Only
The fact that I’m resembling Elvis has become a concern, so when I get a surprise call from my hairdresser at midnight, I’m overjoyed. “What are ya doin?” he asks. “I’m in bed, awake, after falling asleep after lunch, and … Continue reading
Freedom Writer
I’m very patriotic, not quite certain where it stems from. Could it be the Flag that waved from our porch every Memorial Day and 4th of July? My dad was in the Royal Air Force during World War II, something … Continue reading
Posted in Beauty, creative writing, Culture, Faith, Family, grace, Gratitude, History, humanity, inspiration, war, words, writing
Tagged A Proud American, Memorial Day 2020, patriotism, the American Flag, The Vietnam Memorial
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The Pleasure of Your Company
Mother Nature never fails to lessen my fear of things. As I wander through Central Park, she speaks to me through her many representatives. The trees for instance, big and imposing, flirt like green gigolos. “Hey girlfriend,” says a mighty … Continue reading
Posted in animals, Beauty, creative writing, Gratitude, Health, humor, inspiration, nature, New York City, Politics, words, writing
Tagged Appreciating Nature, Central Park, dalectables.wordpress.com, hope springs eternal, The Honorable Andrew M. Cuomo Governor of New York State, Wordless Wednesday Dale Rogerson
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The Written Word
The world can be a very cold place, especially of late, so we savor the good and unexpected. I had a woman who follows me write a stray comment that just said…I’m concerned about the girl in the box. It … Continue reading
Posted in animals, Beauty, Culture, dessert, Faith, friendship, grace, Gratitude, Home, humanity, humor, nature, New York City, words, writing
Tagged Faith over Fear, Love Thy Neighbor, random acts of kindness, Sheltering In place, The Diary of Anne Frank
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Humbled Beauty
I saw a French Poodle whose hair looked better than mine. She knew it too, the haughty way she walked passed me, with her nose in the air. “What did ya say there, Babette?” I said, “Perhaps you should see … Continue reading
Posted in animals, Beauty, Culture, Fashion, humanity, humor, New York City, Politics, words, writing
Tagged Beauty sheltering in place, French Poodles, Unwanted gray hair, vanity
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Staying Alive
Despite the horrors of COVID-19 ravaging New York City, I still, every day go for my morning run…more of a grace than I can say. Marc from sorryless.com had asked me to share what I think about during my run. … Continue reading
Posted in animals, Beauty, Culture, Faith, fitness, grace, Gratitude, Health, History, humanity, inspiration, nature, New York City, words, writing
Tagged Humility and gratitude, living in the moment, running in Central Park, Shelter in place New York City 2020, Sorryless.com, The Central Park Jogger
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Fashionista Wisdom: A Leopard Who Won’t Change Her Spots
I’ve been living in my ripped jeans and various T-shirts for 2 weeks now, spending most of my day at home. It’s seems to have become my uniform. I had to go to the market, and thought, you know what … Continue reading
Posted in animals, Beauty, Culture, Fashion, grace, Health, humanity, humor, nature, New York City
Tagged fashion tips, Girls in leopard, keeping your sense of humor, Surviving Covid-19
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Governor Andrew M. Cuomo…Respectfully
My respect for Governor Andrew Cuomo has increased considerably. If one wants to see what’s been referred to as a War President, he certainly wears the mantle. New York, the city where I’ve lived more than half my life, is … Continue reading
Posted in art, Beauty, Culture, Faith, grace, Gratitude, Health, History, humanity, inspiration, media, New York City, Politics, war, words, writing
Tagged American History, COVID-19, Governor Andrew Cuomo, Living with a pandemic, Makeshift hospital/mount sinai/nyc, New York City's Health Crisis, Shelter in place
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How It Usually Is
Here in the East, we’d be awaiting spring, our cotton khakis and polo shirts stacked in the wings. The daffodils in the Park, who’ve just arrived like pretty girls, would delight us, knowing they’re emissaries, announcing her imminent arrival. … Continue reading
Posted in animals, Beauty, Culture, Faith, Gratitude, Health, humanity, inspiration, kids, media, music, New York City, Women and men
Tagged Central Park, Coronavirus a year from now, Spring in the wings, warm weather
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Woman of Steel
My favorite New York City landmark is the Brooklyn Bridge, who I’m pretty sure is a lady. You would too if you saw her at night all lit up in her evening clothes. She’s a mother figure as well, since … Continue reading
