Author Archives: Jim

From the Desk of Philo Kvetch: What is the Proper Tip?

Posted on June 11, 2008 by Jim

Yes, it caught my by surprise. I just thought I was pulling in for a fill-up.  I wanted to check out the Mobil station that opened in the south end of Woodbury.  Nothing could have prepared me for the reception … Continue reading →

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The Cricket Stopped Singing

Posted on May 30, 2008 by Jim

I don’t know if you can anticipate the way you will feel at the final leave taking of someone who you love.  I can only imagine how Aunt Meggie felt when Uncle Saul passed away… a person who had been … Continue reading →

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Secret Ingredients, Thinking of Paul & Alan

Posted on May 17, 2008 by Jim

One of the best gifts given to me by Sandy is the complete collection of The New Yorker on DVD. We have every issue printed… all the covers, all the writing, all the cartoons and all the advertisements. You can search the archives … Continue reading →

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It’ a Big Sky

Posted on April 23, 2008 by Jim

The word got around quick. The 150 strong blackbird main flight that hung around the power lines near the Bed, Bath & Beyond on Connecticut Avenue took wing and began their characteristic swirl. They flew up, first to the left, a swoop to … Continue reading →

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