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Almost as soon as I make the bed, I want to climb right back in and pull the covers over my head.
Pulling the covers over my head
Right now, that’s all I want to do, and in point of fact, that’s the plan, Stan. Believe it or not, when it comes to the content of this column, I always make a plan. I may not always … more
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I eagerly anticipate finding and photographing the psychic woolly bear every year. This one was particularly fuzzy. Uh oh.
Red sky at night...
We’ve all heard it bandied about: “Red sky at night, sailor’s delight; red sky at morning, sailors take warning,” but is there any validity to the old proverb? According to … more
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There are some eyes that reflect joy, some that have a faraway gaze and others that evoke sadness, or even anger, depending on the light.
The eyes have it
“The eyes are the mirror of the soul.” Up until today, I was under the impression that prolific playwright William Shakespeare had penned those words, but when I began fact-checking, I … more
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I have literally begged friends and family to avoid me and gift-giving at all costs. Why? I’ll tell you why: Because I don’t want a pile of unwanted, unasked for, unnecessary and/or hideous crap. I'm not a very nice guy. Bah. Humbug.
The gift horse
Bah, Humbug. There, I said it. Contrary to popular belief, I’m not a very nice guy. C’mon now, don’t gasp, don’t shake your head, don’t start cryin’. If we all … more
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Does anybody really know what time it is?
Does anybody really know what time it is?
I’m so befuddled. Between working from home and venturing out sporadically, I’ve lost all sense of time and place. The past week has been particularly confusing as I wandered about, … more
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It's not the first time (don't judge!) that my dog and I have matching Hanukkah outfits, and it won't be the last.
Let there be light
With what turned out to be a fairly weird Thanksgiving behind us, and what could easily be a bizarre Christmas and Kwanzaa ahead, here comes Hanukkah, hot on their heels. The Festival of Lights … more
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Was Dharma really driving? Ask River Reporter’s graphic designer, Amanda Reed!
The dog ate my homework
That age-old excuse has existed since the first one-room schoolhouse was attended by the first student who had a mongrel at home to blame for not handing in his (or her) assignment on time. Of … more
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We’re an unusual family unit. While our relationship is solid, our time together is precious and rare; the three of us have not been in the same room (sigh) for about a year.
Home for the holidays
Last weekend the nation’s health experts pleaded with Americans to stay home over the Thanksgiving holiday and forgo any plans to travel or celebrate at large family gatherings, even as … more
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Did I really look like this when I stepped of a bus in New York City, ready to take Broadway by storm? Good question.
Good question...
Am I the only one who lies awake in the pre-dawn hours, fidgeting, worrying, tossing and turning? These days, I have more questions than answers and I’m upset more often than not. I’m … more
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“If I don’t care about myself enough to stop smoking,” I thought, “I can’t keep doing it to her.”
Up in smoke
Three years ago today, I sat on the edge of my bed at five o’clock in the morning gasping for air, unable to breathe, absolutely sure that I was about to die. Seriously, I did not think I would … more
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A light dusting of pre-Halloween snow is not unusual in the country.
Who was that masked man?
It snowed the day before Halloween and it’s snowing now. Not a lot, of course, but the light dusting serves as a reminder of things to come: snow, ice and bitter cold await. How much of each … more
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You can't see her in this photo, but the dog is growling at the virtual cat that just sidled out of view as the virtual fire crackles and glows in my living room.
Gimme a break
They say that “timing is everything.” I’m unsure who “they” are, and even though I made a somewhat feeble attempt to find the answer to that burning question, I came up … more
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I’ve already voted; it was at a secure polling station sanctioned by the U.S. government.
What would Barbara Fox say?
For those of you who’ve read my column before, you’re probably aware that I write about my mother a lot. And for those who’ve turned the page until now? Fair warning: I write about … more
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The kids (participating in the fall workshop at the Forestburgh Playhouse) were fantastic, lifting my spirits with their talent, their spirit and their resilience in the face of a global pandemic. For more photos of these and other events, like us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter and Instagram, and visit www.riverreporter.com.
Oops, I did it again
And by “it” I mean ventured out into the world, which is still a little bit scary—and a little bit spooky, just in time for Halloween. Suddenly and without warning, last … more
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Good friends Ryan and Nicole drove to New York (in the biggest pickup truck I’ve ever seen) all the way from Texas to visit with my dog and do a leaf-peeping tour of the eastern seaboard. Oh, right, I saw them, too.
The autumn leaves…
For something completely different, I’m feeling slightly pensive, a little wistful—maybe even downright maudlin. But it’s temporary (I hope) and has a name. Autumn. To the best of … more
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Painter Jay Brooks was one of several artists in the fields of Max Yasgur’s old homestead, wedding art and history last weekend in Bethel, NY.
A breath of fresh air
Here’s the thing: I’m of a certain age. When I was a kid, there were no cell phones, there was no internet and we only had three channels on the TV—which was “strictly … more
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Flashcards, a booklet, candles, grape juice and a tiny loaf of honey cake were just some of the contents of my “High Holidays Experience,” aka Yom Kippur in a box. Guess what, friend? Bears love honey.
Yom Kippur in a box
When I wrote “Passover for Dummies” in the spring of 2019, I had no idea how little I knew about the holiday. Of course, I considered myself an expert on all things Jewish. After all, I … more
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“Daisy Duck,” aka Wurtsboro’s Mickey Maher, is retiring to be with her great grandkids after 14 years of helping out at the annual duck races in Jeffersonville, NY. I’m at a loss for words.
At a loss for words
Well, it finally happened. I’ve run out of words. Like most cataclysmic events, it happened suddenly and without warning. At this time last year, I was out and about, being the ubiquitous and … more
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Krystal Grow is the new photo curator at the Narrowsburg Union.
Welcome to the neighborhood!
As a general rule, I like to think that I have my finger on the pulse of the arts and leisure world in the Upper Delaware River region, but with the planet having tilted on its axis of late, … more
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I’ll miss roaring fires outside at Camp Fox but anticipate snuggling up indoors by the hearth, Wonder Dog at my feet.
See you in September
And just like that, summer draws to a close. Oh, sure, officially it ain’t over until September 22, but we in the Upper Delaware River region know it’s all downhill from here. And by … more
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