Just Practicing...

Last night was John and Mo's wedding rehersal. Hopefully Friday will be cooler and not raining because that is the real deal.

Don't Stop Believin'

While working in North Jersey, Lisa indulged me and we went to Holsten's for lunch, the ice cream palor where the last episode of the Sopranos was filmed. This the booth that Tony and Family sat in. Yes, I had the onion rings and ,yes, they were "the best in Jersey." I don't know what happened to Tony, but I can tell you from personal experience, it would have been hard to hide a gun in those bathrooms.

Summer in the City

This is one reason I love my job. While doing some investigations in NYC on Thursday, I got this hazy, yet fabulous, view of the NYC skyline. Priceless.

Fire at the Beach

Props to Trish for taking this pic while I was asleep on the beach on Sunday. We both got awoken to people talking about a fire. This was a boardwalk fire a few towns over in AC. Another enjoyable and exciting day at the shore.

No Shirt, No Shoes, No Service

I've seen the title sign before but never one like this. During a summer night walk, I discovered this at the field up the street form my house. I can think of some other things they could add to that list.

A Winner!

I love carnivals. It is just another remind of Summer. Charles and I got to go to one last weekend and my carnival game skills prevailed. I beat out a bunch of kids and won this big blue dog. I gave it to my godson Michael even though it is bigger than him. Not for long though...he's getting to be a big little man :)

USS United States

This is the USS United States. It has been docked on Coumbus Blvd. across from Ikea for a long time. A sign in front of the ship says that NCL America bought the ship. I assume one of these days they are going to restore it into a cruise ship, maybe to cruise the Deleware? If anyone knows, please tell me.

The Best Store in the World!

I love Ikea. It is quite possibly the best store in the world. How can you not love a store where you can get great furniture and great food at a great price all in the same place?!?

Garden in the City

On my way to the Walnut Street Theater to see a show, I came across this beautiful neighborhood garden. A beautiful garden in the midst of urban life. What more could you ask for... a perfect balance of both worlds.

BFB

The Ben Franklin Bridge is Philadelphia AND Camden icon. Since I park in a different lot for Summer classes I get to see this great view 3 times a week.

Back on Track

I haven't blogged in a long time. So busy...so some of these pics may be out of date order, but you get the picture...literally. This is the main reason I've been lax...summer school. Trying to get 2 classes in in 8 weeks is quite a task and pretty much all of my free time is spent in school or doing homework.

Yum-O

Ok, so 2 photos in one day...shoot me...it makes up for all those days I didn't post. Anyway, this is the meal I made for entrance into the Rachael Ray 10 Ingredient Challege. Beef en Croute, Bacon and Onion Green Beans, and for dessert, a Ricotta Cheese, Apricot and Blueberry Parfait. Don't worry, I'll still post this blog even when I'm famous :) Thanks to Charles for filming my culinary journey. If I win, I get to go on the Rachael Ray show and cook with Rach. Wish me luck!

The Music That Matters

This is what I spend my Sunday mornings with...the board at Rowan Radio. Every Sunday from 7-10am I play the Broadway music that matters. Blah Blah....you know the deal. Anyway, I love doing it even though I have to wake up at 5:45am. It combines two things I love...radio and theater. I remember the first time I went on the air back in '01. I was so scared. Now I do it practically half asleep. Oh the fun days of college...where have they gone? PS: ENTER SHAMLESS PLUG... You can listen to me Sundays from 7-10am at http://wgls.rowan.edu

Fightin' Phils

Saturday was spent tailgating with Trish and the gang at Citizens Bank Park for the Phils/Giants game. It was a fun time had by all...even though we had to watch Barry "I can't hit without 'roids" Bonds play. Best of all, the Phils won! I can't wait until the next one.