In September 2010, I was newly separated and sleeping on an air mattress in a one-bedroom apartment. Sorry to start off with a bummer; don't worry, it gets better. I'd left behind a lot -- my kayak included -- but had gained new residence in the Berkshires and had a great job. At some point … Continue reading …to Finish is to Win
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Emmy Noms: So Delicious
I pored over this year's Emmy Nominations list when it was released last week with my usual zeal for both awards shows and lists. What I saw were many signs of life in the creative arm of the entertainment industry: renewed battles between veterans and newcomers, multiple nominations among actors, writers, and directors, and recognizable … Continue reading Emmy Noms: So Delicious
Beating the Brackets in ‘Social Madness’
UPDATE: We are in the Nationals! We need to make the Top 20 by July 22 -- vote daily and like, comment, and share daily on our social networks! All available here. VOTE WINSTANLEY PARTNERS. We are playing for the BERKSHIRE THEATRE GROUP. You can also vote for some of our friends in the contest: Candice … Continue reading Beating the Brackets in ‘Social Madness’
Can someone please turn off the Asshole Beacon?
What IS IT with this week?? Has anyone else been encountering some really poor examples of humanity lately? I'm at a loss. This week started with a two-page rant left on the windshield of my car proclaiming me a bitch twice and ordering me 'the hell' out of the lot, which is for 'people of … Continue reading Can someone please turn off the Asshole Beacon?
MET Madness
I feel like the media is taking more of an interest in the Haute Couture event of the year in New York, the MET Gala. That's great, but many journos and bloggers seem to be missing the point. 'MET Gala' is short for Costume Institute Benefit at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, and as such … Continue reading MET Madness
