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Iron Man 3 – The Man Inside the Suit

Friday, May 3rd, 2013
by on Playing Around

We Create Our Own Demons. So says Tony Stark, in Iron Man 3’s opening sequence as we see his magnificent toys; aka various makes and

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The Lady in Red

Tuesday, January 10th, 2012
by on Shopping Around

“Oh! the lady in red, the fellows are crazy For the lady in red. She’s a bit gaudy, but laudy, What a personality.” The Lady

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Woman Around Town: Lydia Fenet—
Wielding the Gavel for a Good Cause

Wednesday, December 14th, 2011
by on Woman Around Town

Successful New York City women have a lot to live up to. Many hold impressive titles at the nation’s top companies. They are experts in

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Contagion: Panic Under the Microscope

Saturday, September 10th, 2011
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By curious coincidence I ended up seeing Contagion only hours after receiving a free flu shot at work; when I commented to my co-worker that

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Day Spa Bargains to Get You Ready for Summer

Wednesday, June 29th, 2011
by on Living Around

On hot steaming suddenly summer days my thoughts inevitably turn to New York City day spas; cool, dark caves where I’ll be offered pitchers of

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Summer Fun—Watching Films Outdoors

Saturday, June 4th, 2011
by on Playing Around

The drive-in is long gone, but we can still enjoy outdoor movies in the summertime. Bring a blanket, pack a picnic supper, gather a group

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Finding the Perfect (Guest of the) Wedding Dress

Sunday, March 13th, 2011
by on Shopping Around

Although the cold weather still lingers here in New York, wedding season (or, at least, finding a dress for wedding season) is upon us. And

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This Is Your Life—Or Is It?

Wednesday, March 9th, 2011
by on Playing Around

Matt Damon seems to have a knack for getting into situations where other people, usually scary government agents, seem to be controlling his life. Jason

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