Category Archives: American Fun
American Fun – The Trampoline
When I was a kid, jumping on a trampoline was both exhilarating and a little scary. (My mother always thought I was going to break my neck.) The New York Times announced today the death of 96-year-old George Nissen, the … Continue reading
American Fun – Glee returns
If you haven’t caught Glee, this week is your chance to get in “Vogue.” Glee returns, and according to TV Guide, the season will include a Madonna-themed episode on April 20. ‘nough said!
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Life 101 – Earthworms
Rocks, clumps of stubborn grass, broken glass, and an endless supply of gooey earthworms were in the patch of fertile ground we’re calling Edgewater Farm’s “vineyard.” 75 vines arrive in early May and, oh, the prep work. Scott was excited … Continue reading
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Life 101 – Easy Easter from Bruce & CBS
Had the pleasure of meeting the talented (and really sweet and stunningly beautiful)
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Life 101 – Belly Fat
After our run today, my dog Westminster talked me into going by the pet store, where the staff was discussing “belly fat.” They asked me how I kept a flat tummy. I said, “one word: ‘cardio.’” Chubby guy said he … Continue reading
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American Fun – Real Glee!
Check out the John Burroughs Powerhouse Show Choir on Oprah doing their smash-up rendition of Vogue/4 Minutes. So clever and fun… it almost makes me want to go back to high school. Glee returns for it’s highly anticipated second season … Continue reading
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Dinner Party Talk – Whitney replaced?!
Do yourself a favor and listen to Lin Yu Chun, competing on the Chinese reality show called Super Star Avenue. Whitney has had to cancel a few performances because of throat problems (is that what you call it?) but she … Continue reading
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Save the Rosendale Theatre
There aren’t many family run, single-screen movie theaters left in America… but there’s one in Rosendale, New York (where I had my two restaurants), a great old mining town with an amazing theater. A group called the The Rosendale Theatre … Continue reading
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Happy Easter!
EASTER BUNNY HOPS BY EDGEWATER FARM. Today, we were working on the farm (spreading 21 bags of mulch, readying the vineyard for the arrival of 75 grape vines, and tilling the vegetable garden), when what hops down the driveway… but … Continue reading
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Garage Sales-Hunting Season Opens
GOOD(S) FRIDAY! If there was an official opening to “garage sale season,” it would be Easter Weekend. So, put on your bonnet and get out there! As I point out in my book Garage Sale America, the first of the … Continue reading
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