Letter: Writing in Protest
(Editor’s Note: The following letter was sent to the Chargé d’Affaires of the Republic of Sudan and is being printed here at the author’s request.)
I write to protest the atavistic treatment meted out to the 13 young women arrested at a Khartoum café for wearing trousers, 10 of whom were publicly flogged and fined.
Over 60...and Getting Younger: July 24, 2009
A Summer Weekend
Who says you have to leave Long Island to have a great time in the summer? We have everything right here!
On Friday night we had reservations at Peppercorns Restaurant on East Marie Street in Hicksville with Paul and Jerilye Streich. The four of us were placed at a corner table, and it was cozy and easy to have a conversation. The service was gracious and the food was delicious.
From the Desk of Assemblyman Charles Lavine: July 17, 2009
Lavine: Paterson Picks Right Man in Ravitch
New York State Assemblyman Charles D. Lavine (D-Glen Cove) has issued a statement on Governor David Paterson’s selection of Richard Ravitch for New York’s Lieutenant Governor.
Over 60...and Getting Younger: July 17, 2009
Crustaceans
On one of our earliest dates, Lorraine brought along a large newspaper wrapped container. We were babysitting for Caren, Lorraine’s niece, then 2 or 3 years old, now 48 with three grown children. What was in this surprise package?
Lorraine neatly spread the newspapers on the living room floor. She asked this question of me, the sophisticated New Yorker. “Have you ever eaten spiced crabs?” she queried.
Editorial: Continuing Coverage
It was great working with the school districts, the teachers, PTA members and parents to highlight the wonderful school districts. Because the communities are so active, we received an abundance of articles and pictures this year from the school districts. Although we are behind with getting them published due to space constraints, we promise they will all get in. Please continue to enjoy the coverage of the local schools throughout the summer.
Over 60...and Getting Younger: July 10, 2009
Two Clean Cut Guys
As Roger Federer and Andy Roddick battled it out with tennis rackets at Wimbledon, I realized that both these gentlemen could be role models for ourselves and for our children. Both are happily married (whatever that means) and speak intelligently and have a reasonable lifestyle.
Legislator Jacobs Warns Be Wary of Email Notices That Appear to Be From IRS
Nassau County Legislator Judy Jacobs (D-Woodbury) warns residents to be wary of email notices that appear to be from the IRS promising money. The IRS never initiates contact with taxpayers through email. Additionally it does not request detailed personal information through email or ask taxpayers for their PIN numbers, passwords, or similar confidential access information including credit card, bank or other financial account information.
Over 60...and Getting Younger: July 3, 2009
A Sense of Money
It is possible to know a person and not know that person’s “sense of money.” We do not always readily see where that person grew up and if there was poverty in the home. Later in life, growing up poor may have different consequences.
Legislative Majority Report: June 26, 2009
Shop Locally for Produce and Crafts
We truly live in a wonderful community, filled with so much activity and so many community-minded people, and our Farmers’ Markets are no exception. Each weekend from now until well into the fall, one can find organic, locally grown produce, as well as crafts and gifts whether you visit Bayville, Locust Valley, Glen Cove, or Old Westbury. We are surrounded by local farms, as well as people who make and sell handmade crafts and other sundries, so be sure to visit:
Over 60...and Getting Younger: June 26, 2009
A Memory Exercise
How many of my married readers remember the first meal that your spouse cooked and presented before you? I would guess unless the meal was truly memorable most of you have forgotten the details. Not me! Let me tell you why I have a distinct memory of that supper meal, almost 47 years ago.
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