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On Tuesday (Sometimes I Just Can’t Think of a Title)

February 20, 2018 at 9:31 am by Claudia

There’s new growth on our apartment ZZ plant. And, though you can’t see it, I assure you there’s another baby coming out of the soil as well. Don had neglected to water the Chinese Evergreen, which was looking alarmingly droopy when I arrived. Some watering revived it. I have faced the fact that not only will I have to remember what plants need watering at home in the cottage, I’ll have to keep a  list for this place as well. Then a call will be placed to Mr. Broadway, in which I will tell him to water the plant while I’m on the phone.

Maybe via FaceTime, so I have proof.

Just before I took this photo, there was a cacophony of horn blowing as someone had double parked on the street which caused a traffic backup. Very NYC: If someone or something is not moving, lay on the horn.

Yesterday was a gray day and I underdressed, thinking it would feel warmer than it actually did. Nevertheless, I walked around 20 blocks to the Apple Store where I had to pick up a couple of things. I do like the convenience. At home, I have to drive for an hour to get to one. Then, of course, my bladder was alarmingly full, so I had to do the usual “Does this place have a public bathroom?” frantic search until I finally found one. That in itself is exhausting. I ran a few errands, took a few pictures, walked over 40 blocks in total and then went back to the apartment.

On my route:

Lincoln Center.

Further down the street and, coincidentally, right where I found a bathroom.

I’ve heard tales of how insanely busy the Whole Foods is at itsColumbus Circle location. I now have proof that it’s true. It’s overwhelming. And irritating. Next time, I’ll go to the one by Bryant Park. Much more civilized.

Don came home on his break and made dinner and then went back to the theater for Preview #3. We’re going to have breakfast at a local diner this morning before he heads to rehearsal. And I’m going to head to the Upper West Side because I love it there. Then home tomorrow. I’m hitching a ride with Doug.

Happy Tuesday.

Filed Under: Don, houseplants, New York City 28 Comments

Escape to New York City

February 19, 2018 at 9:10 am by Claudia

I never tire of the building facades in New York City. This one, with its painted bricks and green trim, was charming.

I got to the apartment around 3 pm and my husband was there to greet me. After some late lunch, we took a walk around midtown.  It was lovely.

When I first saw this sign, I assumed this was a company that makes rubber stamps. It’s a large building, so it was presumably their factory. Or so I thought.

But no! It’s for stamp collectors! I felt like I was transported back to my childhood! Isn’t that amazing? They had beautiful stamps on display in the windows. Right in the middle of Midtown – a shop devoted to stamp collecting.

I love New York.

Would Don and I look silly driving around town on twin Vespas? We rather like the idea.

We had dinner at the apartment because Don has but one day off and he’s tired. We just wanted to chill out. And then we cuddled on the sofa (which we do every night we’re together) and watched Ice Dancing.

I didn’t have time to watch CBS Sunday Morning when it aired because I was, sadly, shoveling snow. But we saw it later in the day. A very nice profile of Jimmy. I’m glad you saw it! I had messages about it throughout the day on this blog and Instagram.

Don said the cast will be performing on one of the morning shows in March. I’m not sure which one (maybe Today?) or when, but I’ll alert you when I do know.

As I left the cottage yesterday, the snow was already melting. I have a feeling that when I return on Wednesday (a 70 degree day) it will have all but disappeared.

Happy Monday!

Filed Under: Escape to Margaritaville, New York City 30 Comments

Crazy February

February 18, 2018 at 8:48 am by Claudia

Hello. Everything – I mean everything – had melted. Then this. There’s at least 3, maybe 4 inches of snow on the ground.

On Wednesday, it’s going to be 70°. What the ????

Nevertheless, I have to go out and shovel. Because it’s Sunday, not Wednesday.

Plus, I need to get this cleaned up before I head into the city around noon. Rick and Doug are going in for a few days, so I’m hitching a ride with them. Don has a day off today, so he can rest the first half of the day and then entertain me for the rest of the day. (Joking.)

I forgot to show you a little something. I brought this home a few days ago.

It’s another Wallace Nutting, this time, with sheep. And you know I love sheep. I don’t often see animals in Nutting’s work and it was on sale, so I had to. Right?

It’s in the original frame and it is now hanging in the office, along with two other Nuttings. When and if I can get a good photo, I’ll share it with you.

Thank you so much for your comments yesterday! I would be lying if I said I didn’t cry. I did. They were lovely and moved me beyond words. Bless you.

Okay, my friends. I have to finish this second cup of coffee, pull on my snow shoveling duds and do some work. More tomorrow from NYC.

Happy Sunday.

Filed Under: collecting, snow, Wallace Nutting, winter 57 Comments

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