songbird's crazy world

 Guess where we went last night? Hints. The view from the parking lot. Turn and look the other way and see a landmark. That’s Arthur Ashe Stadium,  when we drove through Flushing Meadow Park we had to deal with US Open traffic headed to Arthur Ashe on our way here. A couple of more hints. I think you may have guessed. Our destination: We are devoted fans.  This year the team is breaking my heart!  But since the tickets were free (I got the vouchers for donating blood) … Interesting night.  There was a giveaway at the gate, fans received a fanny pack. As if I didn’t have enough Mets gear …  It was Women’s Night in honor of the 19th Amendment, so instead of their usual walk up music some of the players had their wives or girlfriends choose a song.  You always see planes around Citi Field. They take off from LaGuardia (which is virtually next to the ballpark) and fly near the stadium. I love this next shot — during the national anthem there was a short bu...

  Avocado toast, my new favorite breakfast.  Topped with feta cheese and beefsteak tomatoes.   So …more thoughts on my dilemma.  I did a 20 minute tai chi video workout and I was exhausted!  I am definitely going to take the tai chi class on Thursdays.  And the yoga class on Tuesdays.  But I don’t think I should take the second yoga class on Thursdays, it’ll wipe me out … Haven’t seen front yard bunny lately, but when I took a walk in the neighborhood I saw other bunnies.

 So all summer long I took a yoga class at the park. I like this class and I really liked the teacher. Every Tuesday night, I would roll out my mat and spend an hour becoming more flexible. I didn’t know what I would do once the class was over. Some of the schools in the area, including my own school district offer adult education classes during the year which usually include a yoga class. My plan was to take one of those classes. But then I found out that the yoga class I have been enjoying will be offered at the park in the fall. Done. I also found out that the same teacher has a class on Thursday nights in a different park. Sounds like a possibility.  But her class is at 7 PM, and at 8:30 there is a tai chi class. I was thinking about tai chi. It sounds like fun. So the dilemma. Two yoga classes? One yoga class and tai chi? Or two yoga classes and the tai chi class? If this is the worst dilemma, I have to deal with I think I am OK.

 A freedom of choice week. What should I choose? Let’s go back to August 1986. I am 26 years old, working in lower Manhattan, living in an apartment in Brooklyn (with a horrible roommate, I hate her), and Drew and I are planning our wedding.  Ronald Reagan is President.  Clint Eastwood has been elected Mayor of Carmel.  Margaret Thatcher is PM of the UK.  Earlier this year we dealt with the Challenger disaster and Chernobyl. The NY Mets are playing well, they’re probably going to the World Series.  Top movies this summer include Top Gun, Aliens, The Fly, and The Karate Kid Part II. At home we are watching The Cosby Show   (little did we know…), Family Ties, The Golden Girls, Cheers, and Murder, She Wrote. And the music? All our favorites were on mTV. Sigh …40 years …

 A couple of “selfies”

  Among the museum memberships that Drew enjoys is a membership at  The Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum .  The USS Intrepid, a WWII aircraft carrier, is now a museum located at Pier 86, 46th Street  and 12th Avenue, on the West Side of Manhattan.  One of the perks of membership … complimentary tickets to the annual Summer Beer Wine and Spirits Festival. Explore the world of wine and mixology with friends as you enjoy your favorite libations. Summer Tasting Fest is your all-access pass to a wide variety of emerging and renowned breweries, wineries, and spirits from near and far. Sample a range of beverages throughout the evening while enjoying live entertainment, delicious food, and interactive games. With over 100 samples available, this event is a great opportunity to discover new brews, wines and spirits. Engage in conversations with brewery representatives, sommeliers, and master distillers to learn more about your favorite drinks and the craft behind ...