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Fuzzy woman
You never know your luck in a big city, especially this big city! Today I ran into Richard Gere, who was very happy to pose for a photo with me – only thing was that my friend taking the photograph … Continue reading
Beaming from the Big Apple
We are back in business! My first order of the day is to thank you for your most welcome messages of solidarity. Sean and I really appreciated knowing you were with us, it made all the difference. So I shall … Continue reading
Camping with Sandy
I’ve never been big on camping and Sandy has only made things worse. While I am getting used to wearing a miner’s light and I love pine scented candles, I do miss running water, and it is a little eerie … Continue reading
Wine tasting in RedHook
If you were thinking of going wine tasting in Brooklyn this weekend you are out of luck. Sandy is on her way, so there is no subway to get you to the ferry, no ferry to get you to Red Hook and … Continue reading
Coooeee Columbus
I finally discovered Columbus this week and it was an excellent adventure! The statue of Christopher Columbus has been standing in the middle of Columbus Circle for 120 years and thanks to the Public Art Fund ( directed and curated … Continue reading
AKA for Australians
With a touch of nationalistic verve after visiting the Australian Consulate twice in as many weeks, I was most impressed to recently find a fabulous spot in the heart of Manhattan that caters specifically for Australians. Well, they also welcome … Continue reading
The Riviera of the Bronx
In perfect traffic conditions it only takes 37 minutes to drive from mid-town Manhattan to Orchard Beach, a magnificent stretch of sand on the edge of Pelham Bay Park that looks out to Long Island Sound. It’s hard to believe … Continue reading
Australian Consulate exhibition
On Friday night, after a day of non-stop pouring rain, I was happy to find an enthusiastic party at the Consulate for an exhibition of paintings by Jacinta Stewart. Jacinta is originally from Brisbane and for this show painted a … Continue reading
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