A Night Out in Canada

Last night I finally got to go out for the birthday dinner I missed on Monday while my leg was propped up with an ice pack on it. I’d never been to this well known seafood restaurant before. It was a nice place, nice atmosphere and the food was great. We purposely went out late… Continue reading A Night Out in Canada

Friday Five

1. What’s your favorite TV show and why? HBO’s Six Feet Under because it’s some damned fine, dark, dysfunctionally amusing TV. I love it. 2. Who is your favorite television star? Hmmm… currently, I’d have to say it’s Anthony Edwards as Mark Green on ER. Too bad he’s a dead man. I guess Maura Tierny… Continue reading Friday Five

Homeowner Headaches

I live on a corner. The next door neighboor on my street is doing major renovations to his entire property, converting it from a monstrous three unit back to a fully restored-to-the-period single. This is great for the neighborhood as the place metamorphoses from an eyesore into something really spectacular. This week the neighbors are… Continue reading Homeowner Headaches

Birthday Bummer

Thanks to everyone who left me kind wishes and sent emails. It definitely wasn’t one of my more memorable birthdays – at least not in a good way. The day started out okay, I got to sleep late and then sat around relaxing and drinking coffee. But then, since we desperately needed to, we went… Continue reading Birthday Bummer

Another Year

Mel is looking forward to giving me 38 whacks later today. I am afraid. At least I’ll get lobster tail for dinner.