I hunt without a gun.
Garage Sales – Antique Roadshow treasures
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American Fun – Broadway Bodies NYC
In my continued quest to challenge myself, the next thing on my list is to take a class at Broadway Bodies in NYC. The studio’s mission: to provide dancers of all levels with a great workout…set to show tunes! My friend has been going and learned all the moves in Michael Jackson’s Thriller! Brush up on some Broadway music knowledge before you show up with this great quiz. (I only got 29 of 50…yikes.) Monday nights at Broadway Bodies are Lady Gaga nights. Crazy costumes optional, but welcomed. Just wait until I show off my new Poker Face dance skills!
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American Icons – Muppets at the Smithsonian
You know them, I know them, we all know their names. The Muppets are a timeless part of every American childhood. Last week Jim Hensen’s original Muppets found a new home at the Smithsonian. The crew was donated by the late Mr. Hensen’s wife, Jane. I’m sure they’ll be very happy in their little airtight rooms. Did you know Kermit got his start in the late 50’s on an NBC show called “Sam and Friends”. The froggy version of the Rainbow Connection is obviously a classic, but The Carpenters’ remake makes me inexplicably happy. Enjoy.
Dinner Party Talk – Shrimp in our water
Bugs in our beds? Now, shrimp in our water!
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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 ours is a whirl. Just ask a group of German filmmakers were in town shooting a commercial for Mercedes. After their work, the director of photography strolled through and captured the streets of what we call “The City.“ The sound designer captured a drummer in the subway, made a soundtrack… and a film was born. NYC is all about the people and movement. Watch and listen to the beat of New York! Oh, come on. Don’t you want to visit?
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Dinner Party Talk – Parking ouch
Reminds me of my first driving test.
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 driving (trying to drive) the car… I mean I’ve seen bad drivers of both sexes. (I drove through New Jersey last week.) But this “woman’s” parking insanity made me finally understand the cliche: “laughing so hard it hurt.” Get home safe.
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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 refreshing smoothie combining Greek yogurt, fresh berries, a splash of OJ, and ice. This single-serve smoothie maker is only 15 bucks on Amazon! Try out some of these blender recipes from Betty Crocker or mix up your own concoction. You can’t miss. Oh, and here’s a gorgonzola and toasted walnut spread? Mmmm. Yes, please!
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Decorating – Toilet paper diorama
A new reason to hoard used toilet paper rolls!
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 space. Definitely take a few seconds out of your day to admire her creative masterpieces! You’ll be inspired to do something artistic, even if it’s making a simple origami horse out of your cocktail nap. Oh, and the toilet paper diorama provides yet another excuse for me to pose one of my favorite personal questions: Do you like your toilet paper dispensed over or under the roll?
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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 to step up your own Merengue. And a fun Merengue mix. Now, move those paws people!
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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 kid who was definitely a professional. Having read Alyssa Giacobbe’s great piece in Travel & Leisure on the “Strangest State Fair Food”, I decided I wanted to eat something really exotic. Her article had it all from deep-fried pig ears to worm-covered candied apples, from smoked lizard dipped in barbecue sauce to fudge-covered scorpion. What did I end up with? Falafel! Now, that’s exotic.
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