Tag Archives: Social

Susie Pizza And The Thing: Part Due

So Susie finally finished taking my order.  But Dan’s order was going to be even more complicated… In addition to their lengthy and complex regular menu they were offering 3 or 4 specials on a completely separate menu; Susie simply … Continue reading

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Susie Pizza And The Thing: Part Uno

Dan and I went out for dinner last night at a romantic little hideaway called Pizzeria Uno.  Hey, it’s a step up from cereal.    v.    Clearly we don’t get out much, because I’d never experienced the newfangled restaurant … Continue reading

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How I Spent My Summer Vacation

From what you know about me, do I seem like someone who should have ever been sent to camp? I hate the great outdoors, and I’m not exactly athletic. Nonetheless, when I was 12 or so, I found myself packing … Continue reading

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No Need To Teach An Old Dog New Tricks

Those of us who are native Washingtonians remember the days when people like cabbies and security guards had two topics of conversation: Politics and Redskins. The old school guys had the scoop on everything, and chatting with them was always … Continue reading

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Happy, Happy, Happy!

Today is Dan’s 49th birthday.  I think it goes without saying that we are in a May/December romance, given that I am merely 48 years and 7 days old.  I simply can’t imagine how old I will feel in 358 … Continue reading

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The Hills Are Alive…And Crawling With Tourists

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

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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Baby Love

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)

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!

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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