"Who cares how time advances? I'm drinking ale today." ~ Edgar Allen Poe It was Saturday morning and I felt like a child about to go to Disney. Let me be honest and explain to you that I am...
Strawberry Fields Forever
I have to say, spring and summer are my two favorite seasons. Not because of the warm weather, although that factor does help, but mostly because it means so many fruits are readily available. One of my favorite memories...
Long Live the King
On August 16, 1977 the King of Rock and Roll left behind millions of fans not willing to say goodbye. He was a legend in the music world and is still revered as one of the most influential musicians...
Discover the Schenectady Museum
I always find a good deal hard to pass up. I'm very guilty of buying multiple items to save a buck if I can use a coupon. I love a good deal and with the economy the way it...
We Want a Shrubbery
If April showers bring May flowers, what do May showers bring? Floods? That's what it seems like lately. With all this rain and cloudy weather it's hard to see the bright side of things. However, with sunny days ahead...
Really Thin Pancakes
"They are the really thin pancakes. It's just a French word for them." That is my favorite description of crepes by none other than Jean Girard in Talladega Nights. If you've seen the movie, you know how the whole...
Get Fresh with the Locals
In today's day and age, I think more and more Americans are taking steps to have a sustainable life. Although I like to think I do my part helping the planet, I've never considered myself a super "green" person....
Let’s “Shake” Things Up
One of the best things about living in Saratoga Springs is how central it is to so many different and interesting places. Yesterday my husband was fortunate enough to have the day off and we decided to explore a...
There’s a Spot
When I first moved here, the challenge of finding a good parking spot was a difficult one. Of course, while driving, I would sometimes stumble on a half empty parking lot here and there, and if I was really...