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Dinner Party Talk – Shrimp in our water
Just when you thought it was safe to… drink water, we discover that it is filled with tiny crustaceans called “copepods”. (Definitely not kosher.) Though they are only spotted under a microscope and “completely harmless,” the thought is grossing me … Continue reading
Posted in Dinner Party Talk, Household Tips, Life 101, Uncategorized
Tagged #americana, #brucelitttlefield, #copepods, #FDA
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American Fun – New York, New York
I feel privileged to wake up every morning in the city that never sleeps. But I know that others can’t imagine why anyone would want to live here! (Hi to my brother Brian!) I don’t know about your commute, but … Continue reading
Posted in American Fun, American Icons, Life 101, Travel, Uncategorized, What I'm Doing
Tagged #americana, #brucelittlefield, #newyorkcity
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Dinner Party Talk – Parking ouch
I’ve just discovered the funny-because-it’s-true blog That Will Buff Out. The site is filled with driving fails. Some really bad fails! Like this must watch one. Incidentally, I’m not sure how the geniuses there figured out that a “woman” is … Continue reading
Posted in American Fun, Dinner Party Talk, Life 101, Travel, Uncategorized
Tagged #americana, #brucelittlefield, #drivingfails, #parking, #thatwillbuffout
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Household tips – End of summer smoothies
I just picked a peck of peaches off my tree at Edgewater Farm. My end of summer advice: get your hands on as much fresh, local produce as you can and enjoy! My summer go-to snack is a light and … Continue reading
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Tagged #americana, #bettycrocker, #brucelittlefield
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Decorating – Toilet paper diorama
Artist Anastassia Elias has taken crafting to a whole new level with her intricate toilet paper roll dioramas. Precious little creations in something so disposable. Using manicure scissors and tweezers, Anastassia has created little worlds out of once seemingly insignificant … Continue reading
Posted in Decorating, Dinner Party Talk, Household Tips, Life 101, Uncategorized
Tagged #americana, #brucelittlefield, #diorama, #toiletpaper
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American Pets – Merengue Dancing Dog
If this Merengue Dancing Dog doesn’t start your week off with a barking big smile, I don’t think anything will. And if you’re jealous of her talents, here’s a little how to video from a series that teaches you how … Continue reading
Posted in American Fun, American Pets, Life 101, Parties, Pet Fun, Quick Fixes, Uncategorized
Tagged #americana, #brucelittlefield, #dogfun, #merengue
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Life 101 – The Fair
Last night, I went to the Dutchess County Fair: I rode the Ferris wheel and went into the lame Haunted House, saw some adorable animals including the suckling piglets at left, played the water gun game and lost to a … Continue reading
Posted in American Fun, American Pets, History of Fun, Life 101, Travel, Uncategorized, What I'm Doing
Tagged #americana, #brucelittlefield, #statefair, #strangefood
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Dinner Party Talk – Emmys
I believe I can sum up last night’s 62nd Primetime Emmy Awards in a few short words (unlike Al Pacino’s acceptance speech for best lead actor in a miniseries. NBC told him to wrap it up!). Here we go: Jimmy … Continue reading
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Tagged #americana, #brucelittlefield, #emmys
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Life 101 – End of Summer Bubbles
There are a few things I think everyone should do before summer ends. 1) Make fresh lemonade. 2) Eat a homegrown tomato. 3) Take a ride on something where you can feel the wind in your hair (rollercoaster, convertible, bike) … Continue reading
Posted in American Fun, History of Fun, Holidays, Life 101, Parties, Uncategorized, What I'm Doing
Tagged #americana, #brucelittlefield, #endofsummer, #giantbubbles
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Pet Fun – Pets with Twitter
I’m not sure if my dog Wes has anything he wants to share with the Twitter world (though he really loves his squeaky turtle toy), but these pets have lots to say. Pet Twitters have become more and more popular … Continue reading
Posted in American Pets, Pet Fun, Uncategorized
Tagged #americana, #brucelittlefield, #buzzfeed, #petswithtwitter
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