Tag Archives: Culture

So Sue Me

Posted on April 15, 2013 by Jill Foer Hirsch

I know you would never have guessed this, but when I grow up I want to be Judge Judy.  First, it is well established that I can judge people; quickly and sometimes even correctly.  Second, she says everything I would … Continue reading →

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Lost Dogs and Lucky Cats

Posted on April 12, 2013 by Jill Foer Hirsch

Am I a magnet for weird people?  Answer that question carefully.  I was just eating lunch, that’s all.  Lots of people do that right?  I was minding my own business-hovered over my laptop and not even looking up.  A gentleman walks right … Continue reading →

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Stevie And Company

Posted on April 10, 2013 by Jill Foer Hirsch

I know it’s been a few days since I posted and you all miss me terribly (I would too), but I’ve been somewhat busy.  Last night was set aside for Fleetwood Mac.  Yes, they were phenomenal.  Our girl Stevie sounded great, … Continue reading →

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Judgment Call

Posted on April 6, 2013 by Jill Foer Hirsch

If there’s one thing I can’t stand (no worries, there are dozens more) it’s people who pass judgment on other people.  Who do these people think they are?  Me? Of course I judge people, but I’m a professional with years … Continue reading →

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Happy Birthday Aubrey!

Posted on April 2, 2013 by Jill Foer Hirsch

Today is the anniversary of when I first became an Aunt.  I held Aubrey when she was just a few hours old. Her skin was still translucent; she was warm and snuggly and tiny and smelled good and I’d never … Continue reading →

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How May I Not Assist You Today?

Posted on March 31, 2013 by Jill Foer Hirsch

Shortly after finishing grad school I worked at a start-up company that provided concierge services to shopping malls.  The owner of the company thought it was important that all the office staff spend some time out at a concierge desk … Continue reading →

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Grumpy Sunday

Posted on March 29, 2013 by Jill Foer Hirsch

I’m distraught.  I went out to brunch last Sunday and ordered what was alleged to be bagel and lox.  My meal arrived and for a moment I couldn’t even speak.  What was I seeing?  There was a pile of old-looking lox … Continue reading →

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Relax, It’s Passover

Posted on March 25, 2013 by Jill Foer Hirsch

Happy Passover!  This is the time of year when I watch The Ten Commandments for the 87th time and still worry that the sea will close in on the escaping Jews.  And I really wish that Pharoah’s horses didn’t have to … Continue reading →

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Gone To The Dogs

Posted on March 24, 2013 by Jill Foer Hirsch

A couple of years ago, thanks to our friends who own the beautiful Byrne Gallery in Middleburg, VA, we had the opportunity to meet Yuri Gorbachev.  A prolific artist, his paintings hang everywhere from the White House to the Louvre.  … Continue reading →

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Have A Laugh On Me. Please.

Posted on March 22, 2013 by Jill Foer Hirsch

You know what’s funny?  No?  Neither does Dan.  He is by far my toughest audience.  He tends to sit quietly while I laugh at my own jokes.  How pathetic does that make me? My millions (upon millions) of adoring fans … Continue reading →

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