Tag Archives: love and compassion

Best Story of the Week…January 31

Posted on January 31, 2019 by

I’m on West 23rd Street by the Chelsea Hotel, a favorite spot of mine for its historical, artistic lore. It’s where Patti Smith lived with Robert Mapplethorpe and Janis Joplin and The Ramones danced and dreamed. Arthur Miller and Dylan … Continue reading →

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They Died With Their Scrubs On

Posted on May 11, 2017 by

 I go to the hospital monthly, to have a shot to keep my hearing up, in a facility called, The Infusion Center.  Now I’m there for something minor, compared to the cast of chemo patients that never fail to humble … Continue reading →

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The Meaness Of Strangers

Posted on August 19, 2015 by

I’ve heard it said, if one’s abused as a child he’ll either become meaner than his tormentor, or the kindest soul on earth. I make no bones about getting kicked around as a kid, and am pleased to report fall … Continue reading →

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Well-healed

Posted on August 6, 2012 by

I love the expression ‘well-heeled,’ my friend Ed uses it a lot. It means affluent, moneyed, well-to-do. I like the imagery it provides: the Astors and Vanderbilts, Grace Kelly in It Takes a Thief, Cary Grant in just about anything. … Continue reading →

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Notes From The Carlyle – July

Posted on July 17, 2012 by

I know I said I was on a budget and I am, don’t kid yourselves, but in order to write my monthly Bemelmans piece I had to pay a visit. I used my birthday as an excuse. I mean a … Continue reading →

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Babies Having Babies

Posted on April 23, 2012 by

My friend Ali always marvels at how often I ride the train. She walks everywhere but my travels take me all over the place so I have little choice. I’ve often remarked on the things that I’ve seen on mass … Continue reading →

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Shoeless Joe

Posted on March 16, 2012 by

How do you know when it’s okay to help someone? There are people in legitimate need and then there are those who professionally beg. Does that sound harsh? Remember where I am, Noo Yawk, the scam capital of the world. … Continue reading →

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