January 2012
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If you board the wrong train, it is no use running along the corridor in the...
– Dietrich Bonhoeffer
The husband is currently reading the fascinating biography of Bonhoeffer and shared this little nugget of wisdom with me the other evening. The words struck a chord with me and have been swelling in my mind ever since.
You’re on board, Tanya. Now run with the train.
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doorbell
Rose just stopped by, to bring me cookies and to chat. She lives down the hall, where she has lived for 71 years. She was born into this apartment and inherited it when rent was $18 back in 1964. She reminds me of my Nana, which is to say she is adorable.
On our floor there are 4 apartments and we are the youngest residents by far. The next youngest moved in 30 years ago, if that gives you any...
Thinking about taking a weekend road trip to...
I’ve never been…so, dear internet, any recommendations on what to do/see/eat?
merci!
clutzonthemove asked: Hey Danielle, Love your blog. Based on your posts, (Real Characters performance, museums, polar bear swim just to name a few) it appears that you do some really interesting things and take advantage of the city you live in well (both your former and current). Can you share the resources you utilize to find happenings in your area?
Real Characters at McNally Jackson →
Went to this last night. It was free, packed, and funny. I love this bookstore.
Travel is so rewarding that it should take precedence over other things younger...
– New York Times: Advice on Finishing With No Regrets
always.
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the polar bear swim
This was definitely the way to kick off the new year…
at coney island on the beach, a surprisingly warm day for the start of January.
Coe suited up, and toted his Apolis market bag (a gift we love, courtesy of Nat)
we met up with the crew and before you could say “happy new year!” the music was playing the crowds were running and into the ocean the brave were…
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