Author Archives: Jill Foer Hirsch

The Hills Are Alive…And Crawling With Tourists

Posted on November 6, 2012 by Jill Foer Hirsch

As I mentioned yesterday, Dan and I once traveled to Salzburg, and my personal favorite part of the trip was a 4 hour The Sound of Music bus tour.  We don’t typically jump on a bus with a bunch of … Continue reading →

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Picture Perfect

Posted on November 5, 2012 by Jill Foer Hirsch

I hate to pick on CJ and Lisa, but the thing is, they have the instant, perfect for any occasion gift for our parents; pictures of the kids.  Artsy black and whites, the kids dressed up in matching sailor outfits, … Continue reading →

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Cat Registry

Posted on November 4, 2012 by Jill Foer Hirsch

In hindsight, perhaps my post yesterday about baby gear was a little harsh.  I’m not one of those people who compare their cats to other people’s kids-even when the cats are clearly superior. I did a little research today, and … Continue reading →

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Baby Love

Posted on November 3, 2012 by Jill Foer Hirsch

For the first time in many years I attended a baby shower today.  Most of my friends aren’t really having babies anymore; these days they’re more likely touring college campuses than cruising the aisles at Babies R Us.    I happen … Continue reading →

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Baby It’s Cold Out There (But It’s Warm Inside)

Posted on November 1, 2012 by Jill Foer Hirsch

Would you believe I have even another story about a coat check in NY?  Yes, it’s true.  I was invited to a cocktail party at Gordon Ramsay’s fancy schmancy restaurant.  I had a lovely time.  After my coat wreckage incident several … Continue reading →

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Happy Halloween!

Posted on October 31, 2012 by Jill Foer Hirsch

I absolutely love Halloween.  It is my favorite holiday for many sound reasons: No family obligations whatsoever, no one has to cook (although admittedly in my family that’s always my sister-in-law Lisa anyway) No gift giving No traditions to follow … Continue reading →

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A Fine Saturday

Posted on October 30, 2012 by Jill Foer Hirsch

Before the Frankenstorm hit, I enjoyed a really nice Saturday.  I hung with some girlfriends; we went to see the Women Who Rock exhibit at the National Museum of Women in the Arts, had a nice lunch, and made our way … Continue reading →

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Heeeeere’s Chrissy!

Posted on October 29, 2012 by Jill Foer Hirsch

I hope you realize I’ve only blogged about 2 of my 4 cats, and since most of you are stuck inside riding out the storm, you just may be bored enough to read about cat #3, Chrissy.  She is a little gray … Continue reading →

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Sandy’s Coming

Posted on October 28, 2012 by Jill Foer Hirsch

Thanks for checking in at Universal Musings.  The author is currently offline trying to find places to store the milk, bread, water, toilet paper and Oreos she purchased to ride out the storm.  The author’s husband is rolling his eyes … Continue reading →

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Did It Just Get Chilly In Here?

Posted on October 27, 2012 by Jill Foer Hirsch

Heaven knows I have embarrassed myself in countless ways, countless times.  One of my more spectacular incidents was in a crowded Manhattan restaurant.  Where shall I begin…oh, at the coat check.  When my colleague and I walked into the restaurant … Continue reading →

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