PERSONAL NEWS #295

Sept 3^rd, after work, I had a visit from our SGI Kent district representative to assist me with writing my “Buddhist Intro” for upcoming “discussion meeting”.

Sept 5^th, after work, I headed to Bryant Park to hang out with some friends at the weekly Thursday “tea party gathering and discussion”.  It was very enjoyable, and the tea and fresh baked goodies are delicious.

Sept 7^th, I went to see the film “The Lion King” in the cinema with a friend and then dinner afterwards at Ollie’s on 42^nd Street.  Enjoyed the film and the visuals.

Sept 8^th, after a much-needed 1-hour massage therapy session with Eric at the apt, I headed into the city for dinner at PeaceFood Café with a friend who was visiting from Michigan.

Sept 10^th, after work, I went to see my beloved NY Mets play baseball against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Citifields.  They won the game at 3 – 2 final score.  WooHoo!

Sept 11^th, after work, I attended the productive and informative monthly BFP board members meeting.

Sept 13^th, after work, I headed to my fav MAC makeup store upgrade my products and get a demo.  It was fun.

Sept 14^th, after completing several errands and chores, I treated myself to a much-needed manicure and pedicure.

Sept 15^th, I spent the afternoon up at the NY Botanical Gardens in the Bronx on a lovely, sunny day.

Sept 16^th, after work, I had a much-needed 1-hour massage therapy session with Eric at the apt.

Sept 17^th, after work, I attended the monthly SGI Kent district discussion meeting, and I gave the “intro”.  It was great to have two fellow BFP members at the meeting for support.

Sept 18^th, after work, I attended the productive monthly BFP fundraising committee meeting at Ken’s apt.

Sept 20^th, I had lunch with a friend of mine on Broad Street.  It felt good to sit out in the sunshine.

Sept 21^st, after completing many errands, I visited the Brooklyn Botanical Gardens on a lovely sunny day.  Afterwards, I stopped by friends apt for tea, and a chat.

Sept 22^nd, I went to see the film “Downton Abbey” with friends and we loved the film.  Afterwards, I met up with acquaintances for drinks at PHD off Broadway.

Sept 24^th, after work, I had a much-needed 1-hour massage therapy session with Eric at the apt.

Sept 25^th, after work, I got a much-needed manicure in my hood.

Sept 28^th, I took care of errands, chores, shopping at Costco and four loads of laundry.  Whew!

Sept 29^th, I volunteered with Brooklyn for Peace at the annual Atlantic Antic street fair.  Afterwards, I walked to Trader Joe’s to purchase groceries.

 Atlantic Antic

Annual Street Fair

Volunteered with Brooklyn for Peace

Daily Quote: “Hate, it has caused a lot of problems in the world, but has not solved one yet.” – Maya Angelou

 Brooklyn Botanical Gardens

Saturday / Sept 21st

Attended a NY Mets Game

Tuesday / Sept 10th

Sunday / Sept 22nd

Saw "Downton Abbey"

with Friends

 Visiting Bayshore on LI

Sunday / August 25th

Daily Quote: “Your hardest times often lead to the greatest moments of your life. Keep going. Tough situations build strong people in the end.” – Roy T. Bennett

Daily Quote:  “Do what you can with all you have, wherever you are.” – Theodore Roosevelt

PERSONAL NEWS #294

August 2^nd to 4^th, I enjoyed a three-day weekend getaway to Washington DC for arts and culture enjoyment.  [Some photos from the trip below]

August 5^th, after work, I had a much-needed 1-hour massage therapy session with Eric at the apt.

August 8^th, after work, I attended the monthly SGI Buddhist Toso meeting in my hood.

August 9^th, during my lunch hour I enjoyed hanging out with a friend on Broad Street.  We chatted about MistiCon events and costumes.

August 10^th / 11^th, I visited with my Mom in upstate NY for the weekend.  Took care of errands, shopping and dined out to Benson’s twice.  Weather was lovely and comfortable.

August 13^th, during my lunch hour I had a yearly appt with my eye doctor.

August 14^th, after work, I had a much-needed 1-hour massage therapy session with Eric at the apt.

August 16^th, after work, I enjoyed a delicious dinner with a good friend at PeaceFood Café to celebrate her retirement.  Afterwards, I went to Barnes and Noble to purchase “Avengers – Endgame” on DVD.

August 17^th / 18^th, I took care of many errands and chores over the weekend, plus grocery shopping and laundry.  On Sunday, I got a much-needed manicure and pedicure, and started crocheting a baby blanket for a friend’s daughter.

August 19^th, after work, I had a much-needed 1-hour massage therapy session with Eric at the apt.

August 21^st, after work, I attended a productive and informative BFP PEJ committee meeting.

August 22^nd, after work, I headed to Bryant Park to hang out with some friends at the weekly Thursday “tea party gathering and discussion”.  It was very enjoyable, and the tea and fresh baked goodies are delicious.

August 24^th, I attended the annual BFP PEJ committee potluck picnic in Prospect Park.  Weather was lovely and felt like an early autumn day.

August 25^th, I headed out to Bay Shore on Long Island to visit with my friend Yvette.  We had a lovely time out at the marina, lunch at Nicky’s and some shopping before I headed back to the city.  Weather was lovely.

August 26^th, after work, I had a much-needed 1-hour massage therapy session with Eric at the apt.

August 28^th, after work, I jumped on the monthly BFP Fundraising committee conference call.

August 29^th, after work, I attended the monthly SGI Buddhist planning meeting in my hood.

August 30^th to Sept 2^nd, I visited with my Mom in upstate NY for the Labor Day holiday weekend.