I love hearing songwriters talk about the inspiration behind the lyrics they’ve written. I’ve watched countless episodes of VH1’s “Storytellers” and any “Behind the Music” documentaries I can get my hands on for exactly this reason. Of all the stories I’ve heard, though, this one stands out: Dan Wilson, speaking about his 1999 hit, “ClosingRead more about Closing Time: The Story Behind the Song[…]

On a recent trip to see the Christmas tree at Rockefeller Center in NYC, I was struck by how many people were toting around “selfie sticks”, those collapsible metal rods that hold a cell phone and allow you to take a photo of yourself or a small group without having to stretch your arms. IRead more about Selfie Sticks: Not a Fan[…]

My first foray into working on political campaigns was when I was 10 years old, walking door-to-door with my Dad, collecting signatures for Mario Cuomo.   He was a man of integrity, intelligence, and compassion.  Rest in peace, Governor.

My eldest daughter decided to throw a small New Year’s Eve party with a few friends this year, and the menu will consist of  a variety of “small bite” appetizers.  Some of the favorites we’ll be serving: Mac ‘n Cheese bites (homestyle mac n cheese baked in mini-muffin tins), Sweet & Savory Cocktail Meatballs (frozenRead more about New Year’s Eve 2014 – Party time![…]

Now that the holidays are almost here, I have all three of my girls home, including the two college students who normally live two hours away.  It has been wonderful having them back under the same roof again. I find myself thinking back to when they were little, and how much our lives have changedRead more about Time Well Spent[…]

“Freedom From Want” by Norman Rockwell  Even though there have been some ups and downs this year, I still have much to be thankful for.