05-JAN-2008
Icy Hudson River View
I usually photograph the Mid-Hudson Bridge from the North, and decided that I should try shooting from the South today. It was a challenge trying to find a location - apartments and condos line the river along the South on the East bank. I finally found a spot, but had to trudge through a snow-covered parking lot in order to get there. All this snow and ice will probably be gone within a few days, as temperatures are expected to be above freezing for most of the week.
02-JAN-2008
My iPod Touch
This is the first iPod I have ever owned, and I initially wasn't at all interested in the Touch because of its limited Internet features (no Mail, Google Maps). But my desire for a new gadget eventually won. I almost didn't get it in time for Christmas - Amazon screwed up the shipment, and I had to hang out at my apartment all day on the 24th, waiting for UPS to deliver it, figuring I'd have to sign for it. Well, the UPS guy just knocked real loudly, tossed the box on the ground and sped off. Luckily it seems to have survived the abuse, and I don't have any hardware problems. It is a pretty cool device. However, I am a bit annoyed that the Touch's version of Safari can't seem to handle AOL's e-mail Web client. You think Apple would understand how important e-mail is to the Internet experience these days!
12-DEC-2007
Mickey Christmas Ornaments
Back from a wonderful 10-day trip to WDW!
22-NOV-2007
A Blast From The Past
We found this funky sleeping bag at my Mom's house this week. My Mom had bought two of these for my two oldest sisters back in the late 60's. They're still in great shape today. Don't you love the neat-o Laugh-In style sayings and symbols?
15-SEP-2007
The Drowsy Chaperone
We saw this on Saturday. I went into it not really expecting much - the title seemed silly, and I really didn't know anything about the show. It turned out to be the funniest couple of hours I'd spent in a Broadway theater in a long time.
04-SEP-2007
WDW Exchange Certificate
My much anticipated Walt Disney World Annual Pass Exchange Certificate arrived in the mail today! I had ordered it last Monday for my upcoming December trip. Its arrival means I can really start planning the rest of the trip - booking a room, arranging flights, etc.
03-SEP-2007
Red Room Lamp
I really like this lamp, with its brushed metal finish and clean, simple lines.
28-AUG-2007
Another New Gadget
My new GPS came in today - a Garmin nuvi 350. On its maiden voyage, it made a few unusual road choices, but otherwise is pretty cool. I think I'll keep it!
26-AUG-2007
Three Mean Bulls
Spent the day at the Dutchess County Fair. These bulls were to be used in a bull-riding competition later in the afternoon. I'm so glad there was a fence between me and them!