One of my favorite pastimes is seeing live music. I've often wondered what life would be like as a roadie. Different towns every night, sometimes the same songs played every night. Well, I had a glimpse of the roadie life last month, when I saw Guster play four nights in a row. I've never been... Continue Reading →
Brunch and Learn
I've lived in Boston for almost two decades now. Over the years, I've seen the Paramount in Beacon Hill on various lists of hot brunch spots. Every time I've seen it on a list, I've thought, "I should check it out." Well, I've checked it out. My friend Mary and I went on a weekday... Continue Reading →
This Is What Democracy Looks Like
I'm reporting on the birthday list out of order because of a sense of urgency. One week ago, I participated in the Boston Women's March for America. Although I participated in a small march for water justice for the birthday list years ago, this march is going on this year's list. It was a rally... Continue Reading →
Winter and the Blues
Right before the holidays, two friends and I checked out "Boston Winter," a shopping/drinking/ice skating situation in downtown Boston. It was the first year that such a situation existed in Boston. I think it was a great start for utilizing the open space and offering people another festive activity during the holiday season. ... Continue Reading →
Burning Down the House
The new craft I tried this year was woodburning. I saw a kit online about a month ago and decided to try it and make some Christmas gifts in the process. The kit included the tool, a few different-shaped points, letter stamps, and a bunch of wooden... Continue Reading →
