February 28, 2014

Was going to take today off, but something came up at work. So, it is a half-day. Going to do another Restaurant Week visit.

Ferris: Life moves pretty fast. If you don't stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it.

February 27, 2014

Survivor: Cagayan — Brawn vs. Brains vs. Beauty started last night, a guilty pleasure of mine. Off to a good start, all new players.

February 26, 2014

Balancing work and home. Been busy with both. Sometimes you just have to stop and pause, look around and find some relaxation.

February 25, 2014

The 60 Minutes interview with Liam Neeson was touching and uplifting. 60 Minutes Overtime had some additional insights: Living with Grief.

February 24, 2014

Still going for losing about twenty pounds. the first six off were easy, now comes the hard part. No snacks whatsoever and more exercise is the key, just got to realize it will be slow and steady. Something I read also helps: "Don't just rely on the scale to measure your weight loss. That number won't really tell you everything you need to know." I do feel that my waist has gone down a lot.

February 23, 2014

 I like early hockey, 7:00 am, Sweden v. Canada. Let's go Sweden !

February 22, 2014

 One dryer load in, one to go






















On a roll, another winner: $18.50.

February 21, 2014

Went to Frankie and Johnnie's Steak House on 37th street last night. Very good steak, potatoes just ok. Liked it and will go back.

February 20, 2014

Going to another Restaurant Week destination tonight with colleagues from work. To send-off a guy who has an upcoming operation.

February 19, 2014

No more snow, sunny days ahead. Now, if only the Knicks can get a winning streak together.






About a week ago I hit 217 on the scale, I used to hover around 200. That did it, I increased my workouts to five days a week, 3 running, two walking. I then eliminated all snacking. I usually do that for Lent and my snacking was getting out of hand. Down to 209 now. These last 9 pounds will be hard to shed. I do feel better already.

February 18, 2014

Meryl Davis and Charlie White performed flawlessly in a tense situation. Great story behind them: years together, their moms and that they are both dating others but keeping it quiet.

February 17, 2014

Happy President's Day ! Will finish off a great batch of Bloody Marys.

February 16, 2014

I was so bored last night, I watched the NBA All-star Saturday night. John Wall's dunk was pretty good.

February 15, 2014

Laundry Olympics. USA, USA, USA ! Doing two loads and watching one hell of a game.

February 14, 2014

Well, a Valentine's Day and no valentine. We used to have Mimosas , Godiva chocolates and then have a nice lunch. Cards , of course, mostly humorous. No such thing today but I will wear my Valentine's day tie, Sweet Tarts with messages abound on it. I also found Valentine socks and underwear she had given me. Will wear them today in her honor.

February 13, 2014

More snow, youngest son gets a snow day from his college. With the travel warnings and high winds, it is amazing that NYC Schools are open. I bet that parents will keep kids home and it will be a day of sitting around. Most Catholic schools are closed. I will drive in and may take the train home.

February 12, 2014

Abraham Lincoln, I always take the day off for his Birthday. Going to be busy and have some good food.

February 11, 2014

Today's NYT crossword features Laundry list. Laundry being a weekly event and post here.

February 10, 2014

As usual, I will take off on Lincoln's Birthday. I plan on getting car inspected, an oil change, and tire rotations. I never used to do that, but it is suggested by my dealer and On-Star. The dealer has called twice already and I have received two e-mails about the inspection. Then, it will be Grilled Octopus time in Astoria.

February 9, 2014

Knicks / Thunder is a big game.

February 8, 2014

Yeah, another win $22.50.

Second load in dryer. Usually done by now.

February 7, 2014

I watch more of the Summer Olympics, but I'll catch a few spots here and there.

February 6, 2014

After the death of my wife, I had many things to attend to like changing beneficiaries, resetting bank accounts, answering estate problems, increasing life insurance and doing taxes with a deceased spouse entry. That and cleaning and storing stuff. I was pretty organized except for one thing: I forgot to change my W-4. Now I owe about 5K. I paid about 4K last year but that was with Social Security not having withholding. By the way, what a double tax. It is taxable on the Fed at 85% of what you receive.

 I changed my W-4 and now my pay will go down, better that than a big bill next April.

February 5, 2014

At least there are some pretty scenes. More snow and ice today.

February 4, 2014

More snow on the way, and I just had my car washed. There was a big line of people with very messy, ashen cars. Now it will the same in a short time.

February 3, 2014

Four foot hero with a million extras. Best additions: a tall Peroni glass, a Brooklyn Beer hat and an 18 pack of Coors. Lousy game, commercials were tepid but leftovers will last until Thursday. That is incredible since my son brought over eight friends to watch the game. They mostly destroyed the wings, but still some left. They did bring their own beer which they took for an after party. Can't believe it is snowing again.

February 2, 2014

Happy Groundhog Day / Super Sunday !

February 1, 2014

Laundry Day Art. One load in, one to go.



 
Another Take Five win, $17.50.