The Great New York State Fair
The three of us and my sister-in-law went to the fair yesterday. The weather report threatened rain, but it turned out to be insanely hot instead. Poor Gabriel was dripping; he’s a sweaty boy. Thank God for the cool-down tent. Before yesterday, I had never been to the fair. I don’t want to complain, but...
Grandpa
“…she gave the crank a little yank, and Dunderbeck was meat.” he sang. “Now, don’t forget to practice so you can sing it for me next time.” “OK, Grandpa. Sing it again! PLEEEAAASE!” I pleaded. He started up again, and this time we were singing it together in merry unison. “Dunderbeck, oh Dunderbeck, how could...
Not even in JEST!
The holiday weekend was one of the best yet, very little traffic anywhere we went, good food, and great company, all without a hitch. In lieu of that, here’s my New year’s resolution #1: lose the 7 pounds I gained gorging myself on cookies, cheese, wine, and the like. Yikes! Now, I have to share...
