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
September Flashback: the Mtv VMAs, 2009
Can it be true? Did I actually enjoy the VMAs the other night sans a sense of irony?Indeed, it seems musicians are making a comeback to the Mtv airwaves. Kanye the Douche notwithstanding, that was one of the best award/performance shows I've seen in a while. Lady Gaga is freakish and amazing - she's this … Continue reading September Flashback: the Mtv VMAs, 2009
Whet, Gobble, and Frolic: Dishcrawl Pioneer Valley in Easthampton
Tonight's menu: Cucumber soup, beet salad, burgers and beer, rigatoni, panini, hand-cut fries, homemade ice cream, and cookies. This was my first experience with DishCrawl, a community-based restaurant touring program with satellites all over the country. The evening was sponsored by DishCrawl Pioneer Valley, the most local branch of the program to me, this past … Continue reading Whet, Gobble, and Frolic: Dishcrawl Pioneer Valley in Easthampton
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’
