When I walk around the block to the south, this mural gazes down on the corner of 19th St and Eighth Ave, just next to the Joyce Theater. When I turn up 8th to head home, the Empire State Building peeks over the buildings to the east. I give her a wink. The vibe on 8th Avenue is fast and loud and raunchy. It’s world’s … Continue reading Twyla at Twilight
The rain has stopped. The temperature has dropped into the 70’s, and a light breeze is chasing away the humidity. It is dusk, and it’s time to walk Cholula. At the bottom of our stoop, Lula is greeted by Rico, a just-barely-a-puppy from Puerto Rico. They exchange a pleasant wag ‘n’ sniff while his owner and I chat. I mention how much Rico has grown. … Continue reading Around The Block
It seems like just yesterday this soul left the planet. His smile was infectious. Anyone in his presence found themselves smiling, laughing, and having a wonderful time. His life made a huge impression on mine, and I know his spirit touched everyone he met and improved their day, if not their life. I feel lucky to have known him for the short time that I … Continue reading Left His Mark
Tonight’s conversation: Me: I need chips. Cute boy: What? Me: Chips. And a Snickers bar. Cute boy: Are you okay? Me: And cheesecake. Cute boy: Do you need pie or something? Me: (perks up) YES! PIE! Me (again): If you love me, you’ll get me pie. Cute boy: It’s 11 pm… nothing is open. Me: Waffle House! They are open 24 hours and THEY HAVE … Continue reading But Seriously
In the cavernous Terminal B of LaGuardia airport, there is a sound echoing periodically from around the corner. It sounds like a Pterodactyl (also, who approved the spelling of this poor creature’s name? Can you imagine his first day of school?) Anyway, I assume it’s some sort of Jurassic Park exhibit, and disregard it. Until the noise boards the plane with me. This screeching toddler … Continue reading Reptilian Flight
I live in a small town in Texas. When people outside of Texas hear this, they naturally assume I am in the land of excellent Mexican food. This is not necessarily the case. San Antonio has excellent Mexican food, Dallas has okay Mexican food, but you have to search for it here. Waxahachie has Tacos. Except for chicken, I cannot think of another food that … Continue reading Tacos For Miles
I’m at work and my Apple Watch reminds me with a chirpy little *ding* and a text that it’s time to stand up (funny how this NEVER happens when I’m in New York 😂). So I oblige… I push back from my desk, stretch, and take a short walk. To the back of the office. To the kitchen. Where the cookies live. Just as I … Continue reading Bite Of The Apple
