Author Archives: Jim

You Bring the Wine!

I got the call from my buddy Raymond.  “Friday I’m taking you to my Eating Club for lunch.  You bring the wine, I have already cleared it with the sommelier.  I’ll pick you up at 12:30PM.” “Eating Club?? I guess … Continue reading →

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Christmas Eve 1966

I think about this day from time to time.  It’s easy to remember specific details on two accounts. First, it was the night of my Brother Paul and Janet’s engagement party.  The festivities took place at chez DeLaurentis and featured a … Continue reading →

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Mommie Soph Orders From Dean & Deluca

I happened by Jewel St. in New Haven for a visit with Mommie Soph.  My Dad would have referred to this as her permanent address.  No matter.  When are you leaving? This would have been the first question she would have … Continue reading →

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Colette

They were known as “C & C”.  That’s what happens when you frequent a place.  You become known… known and identified.  Maybe it’s the funny hat you wear or the drink you order.  But sooner or later, at a place … Continue reading →

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