Thursday, March 31, 2016

 A Sampling of My Watercolors
From 10+ Years



PERSONAL NEWS #253
March 2nd, I had two health related appts today and both were regarding my long suffering left foot.

March 3rd, I attended the informative and productive monthly BFP board meeting.

March 4th, I participated in a watercolor painting workshop in my hood.

March 5th, I had a private yoga class with Fabrice at my apt.

March 6th, I watched the wonderful season six finale of Downton Abbey.  Six wonderful years of amazing British drama, style, fashion, and yes, even some comedy.

March 7th, I had a private yoga class with Fabrice at my apt.

March 8th, I participated in the productive monthly BFP Fundraising meeting via conference call.

March 9th, I had an appt with my internal medicine doctor after work and got a prescription for springtime allergies.

March 11th, I had an appt with my dentist at NYU Dentistry in the morning, and the final prep work was completed, plus battle plan drawn up.  The cost for this dental work will run me about $18,000 and take place over next 6 to 8 months.  From there I took a taxi to work and then after work I participated in the last watercolor painting workshop in my hood.  As to the latter, it was great fun, and enjoyed working with Holly.

March 12th, after Dana finished cleaning my apt, I headed out to do several errands and chores before my private yoga class with Fabrice.  After yoga, I headed over to “HeART by Hand”, and finished my watercolor painting under Holly’s instructions.

March 13th, I had a much needed manicure appt followed by a late lunch at The Jungle Café.

March 16th, I had to take a “sick day” from work, as I had important documents being delivered by UPS and needed to sign for them.  Also had an appt with my physical therapist for continued treatment of my left foot/ankle.

March 19th, started off with my private yoga class with Fabrice, before heading down to Charlotte’s place for the 3rd annual BFP A&C committee retreat.  Six were in attendance for the retreat and we got much accomplished.

March 20th, I was joined at my humble apt by friends [ie: Wendy, Margaret and Debbie] to watch “Pride & Prejudice” on DVDs, and nosh on great food from The Jungle Café.

March 21st, I took half a vacation day, as I had a dental procedure done at NYU Dentistry, and then headed over to the office for remainder of the day.

March 22nd, I visited my friend Larry after work, and as we noshed on a lite dinner he did my 2015 taxes.

March 23rd, I participated in the annual Tolkien Reading Day event at the Jefferson Market Library with other members from NYC Friends of Tolkien.

March 25th to 27th, I visited the parents for the Easter holiday weekend, plus got to see my brother and sister-in-law.  Had a bit of an incident on Saturday afternoon with the cops and burning leaves and twigs in the parent’s front yard. I didn't know there is a burning ban in New York State and I am thankful I wasn't given a $1,500 ticket. It had me very nervous throughout it all. I am a city gal just helping out the parents and know nothing of these rules. I do now!

On March 27th, in the evening, I had a private yoga class with Fabrice at the apt.  Afterwards I watch the second season opening episode of “Grantchester” on PBS.

March 29th, I attended a BFP forum held at The Commons called “The Fight for Energy Democracy”.  Very informative and the two guest speakers [ie: Sean Sweeney and Kim Fraczek] spoke with passion and insight.  To get involved; go to http://saneenergyproject.org/ or http://www.senrg.org/donate/

Tuesday, March 08, 2016

Tuesday, March 01, 2016

 Dad's Coloring Book Creations

PERSONAL NEWS #252
February 1st, I had my second physical therapy session after work for my ankle situation.  Afterwards, I headed home quickly, and got there in time for my private yoga class with Fabrice.

February 4th, I attended the monthly TGTSNBN meetup and it was held at the main public library near Brooklyn’s Grand Army Plaza.  Topic was discussion on the second half of book #7 … Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows.  It was a fun, interesting discussion regarding the book and aspects of the films.

On evening of February 5th, we fans of the TV series, Sleepy Hollow, get episode one of part two from season three.

February 6th, I had my private yoga class with Fabrice at the apt and later on a much needed manicure.

February 7th, I spent a delightful afternoon hanging out with my friend Sam in Times Square, Brooklyn Heights and then my hood.  We were having fun with photo adventures and catching up on news.

February 9th, I attended the monthly BFP Fundraising committee meeting and call.

February 10th, I had my third physical therapy session after work for my ankle situation.

February 12th, I took a watercolor painting class after work near my apt.  Then raced home to watch an episode of “Sleepy Hollow”.

On February 13th, after Dana [my cleaning lady] took care of my apt, I had my usual private yoga class with Fabrice at the apt.  Then did some errands before staying in the rest of the weekend, as it was sooooo cold and windy out.

February 15th, I attended the productive monthly BFP Arts and Culture committee meeting and call.

February 17th, I had my fourth physical therapy session after work for my ankle situation.

February 18th, I attended an interesting and informative monthly “Friends of Tolkien” meetup.

February 19th, I took half a vacation day for my NYC Dentistry appt and afterwards headed into the office.

February 20th, after my private yoga class with Fabrice, I headed into Manhattan to attend a friend’s birthday celebration at The Hourglass Tavern on West 46th Street in the afternoon.  Had a great time!

February 21st, I had an appt with my acupuncturist in Chinatown for much needed treatment.

February 22nd, I had a much needed manicure after work.

February 24th, I had an appt after work with NYC Dentistry for mold making of teeth.

Feb 26th to 28th, visit with my parents in upstate NY … errands, breakfast out with friends, hair salon appt and chores.

February 29th, I had a private yoga class with Fabrice at my apt.