Learning about Northampton, the Valley, and Being a Mom…One Day at a Time
Posted in Unsolicited advice on Jan 26th, 2009
For all of you who are reading this from your iPhones, entertain me. I just found Pandora, and it is like unearthing buried treasure. I have written about music before, and though some of you have thoughtfully suggested music for me– we’re all from the same generation! I am all set on the eighties and [...]
Posted in Health, Unsolicited advice on Nov 25th, 2008
When my daughter’s dentist recommended she get sealant in her back teeth to prevent the cavities, I hesitated. I had read about BPA in dental sealants, but I didn’t have all the facts off the top of my head, and I didn’t want to seem reactionary (which I am). He saw my hesitation and pummeled [...]
Posted in Unsolicited advice on Nov 7th, 2008
I laughed all the way through breakfast clean up and dinner prep today while baby slept, listening to this. American Life is, in itself, a pretty safe bet for humorous insight. But this one, titled, “Music Lessons”, includes readings by two of my favorite authors/comedians: David Sedaris (Naked, Me Talk Pretty One Day), and Ann [...]
Posted in Dining and Drinking, Unsolicited advice on Oct 24th, 2008
I know I said that I never have the opportunity to go out to eat, but I did. Last weekend, my step-mother came to visit, and upon numerous recommendations, we took them to Green Street Cafe for dinner. Without the kids, thank you.
It was superb! Each of us ordered something different and each [...]
Posted in Dining and Drinking, Unsolicited advice on Aug 10th, 2008
In my six weeks of living here in Northampton, I have eaten at three places: my home, my neighbor’s home, and Esselon Cafe in Hadley. A few of my new friends and I went there the other night and, though I was originally hesitant because, OMG, there are so many great places here [...]
