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“I could not explain the soul-sick feeling I got underground late at night, when there hadn’t been an R train for forty minutes and the platform was as crowded as if it were rush hour. I couldn’t ...
“I’m a person who takes a subway from the outer boroughs to a lower Manhattan office every morning, who spends her days answering phones and doing copying, who is too disconsolate when she gets bac...
vanessamarie: 3rd time is the charm. Going to see Trainer Maya. Or, as she calls herself, Maya Da Traina!
Brooklyn Museum, 8.15.09Date: Aug 18, 2009Number of Photos in Album: 127View Album
This delightful farmer’s market is on 2nd avenue and 50th st. in Manhattan. It’s close to my office so I sometimes wander around the stalls at lunchtime. I pick up a few things now and then but try...
This delightful farmer’s market is on 2nd avenue and 50th st. in Manhattan. It’s close to my office so I sometimes wander around the stalls at lunchtime. I pick up a few things now and then but try...
This delightful farmer’s market is on 2nd avenue and 50th st. in Manhattan. It’s close to my office so I sometimes wander around the stalls at lunchtime. I pick up a few things now and then but try...
I’m falling asleep right now. I’m super wiped after a quick trip to Buffalo and back, but very happy. Holly and Adam’s wedding was really beautiful and it felt so good to be there celebrating wi...
I’m falling asleep right now. I’m super wiped after a quick trip to Buffalo and back, but very happy. Holly and Adam’s wedding was really beautiful and it felt so good to be there celebrating wi...
I’m falling asleep right now. I’m super wiped after a quick trip to Buffalo and back, but very happy. Holly and Adam’s wedding was really beautiful and it felt so good to be there celebrating wi...
These are just some more pictures of Cones. I had put them in the original post but my phone and computer were both behaving badly. Also, it’s 11:40pm and I have absolutely nothing. And why not...
These are just some more pictures of Cones. I had put them in the original post but my phone and computer were both behaving badly. Also, it’s 11:40pm and I have absolutely nothing. And why not...
These are just some more pictures of Cones. I had put them in the original post but my phone and computer were both behaving badly. Also, it’s 11:40pm and I have absolutely nothing. And why not...
A cat, a guinea pig, and a puppy on a New York City sidewalk. When I see this kind of thing I’m always suspicious. How do you get a cat to just lay there all day while there are a ton of people...
A cat, a guinea pig, and a puppy on a New York City sidewalk. When I see this kind of thing I’m always suspicious. How do you get a cat to just lay there all day while there are a ton of people...
A cat, a guinea pig, and a puppy on a New York City sidewalk. When I see this kind of thing I’m always suspicious. How do you get a cat to just lay there all day while there are a ton of people...
UGHHH. I just composed this whole post on my way back to Brooklyn, on my wonderful, high-tech iPhone. I was really happy with myself, until IT DISAPPEARED. Now, it’s 10:16pm and I’m tired. So h...
UGHHH. I just composed this whole post on my way back to Brooklyn, on my wonderful, high-tech iPhone. I was really happy with myself, until IT DISAPPEARED. Now, it’s 10:16pm and I’m tired. So h...
One of the really nice things about Sunday is that I get to spend more time with my cats. Although they sleep through most of it, I really enjoy their presence. Amigo kept me company this morning ...
One of the really nice things about Sunday is that I get to spend more time with my cats. Although they sleep through most of it, I really enjoy their presence. Amigo kept me company this morning ...
We’re celebrating the holiday with a classic American pastime: baseball. The future inlaws and I are at the beautiful new Yankee Stadium. It’s only a matter of time before I’m testing out the fri...
When I decided to post on this site every day this month, I knew I could use my iPhone for on-the-go or in-a-pinch blogging. It’s not my preffered way to publish, but it works. This morning was a...
That was easier than I thought it would be. The Michael Jackson “Thriller” cassette tape was exactly where I’d hoped it was - squirreled away in my closet, under the shoes and in the blue bin of ...
I’ve decided to attempt another NaBloPoMo, or month of daily blogging. I’m not sure if I’ll be able to hack it this time, but why not try? I’m busy with a lot of things (think work, gym, wedding...
Tonight marked our second trip to Mandoo Bar on 32nd street. We first ate there two weekends ago, grabbing a quick lunch before heading to Penn Station. That day there were two women in the front...
vanessamarie: @luvliness that is great - not bribing her with anything? like stickers? hehe that was one of the tactics used on my nephew :)
I like going on dates with Adam. Although we eat together most nights of the week, a date night usually entails something special. We may try a new restaurant or visit a new area altogether. Som...
It’s been almost one month since I’ve last posted. And there have been so many things I’ve wanted to share… Here’s a taste of what I almost blogged: A California Sushi Party A Trip to City Ligh...
vanessamarie: @yeongmee leggy is a princess and amigo is a bad boy but very sweet & cuddly at the same time. I'm suspicious of this sockington!
I fell in love with this bench the first time I saw it in a picture. Of course, what I didn’t realize at the time, was that the bench sits on the edge of a cliff. You can walk to the bench easil...
A few years ago, Adam went to California without me (the nerve) and stayed in a yurt at Treebones Resort in Big Sur. The instant I saw a picture of this little round structure, I was smitten. I...
Work is coming along quite nicely on my future hangout. As a reminder, this is the place that used to look like this: And before that, looked like this: And before that, I can only assume it wa...
For my birthday last week, Adam surprised me with a wonderful dinner at Mesa Grill and front row seats at Phantom of the Opera. It felt like such an extravagant night, especially since...
vanessamarie: Can't wait for my haircut. 5pm with Blade!
On Friday night we went to dinner at Shabu-Tatsu in the lower east side. NY Mag describes the cuisine much better than I could: Do-it-yourself dining for fondue fetishists at this dual-location Ja...
vanessamarie: wedding website are all the rage. mine is coming soon :)
But today was a pretty good day. I didn’t sleep in. I made myself a blueberry smoothie for breakfast and a yummy turkey sandwich to bring for lunch. I went to the gym after work. And I cured my...
vanessamarie: I would have voted for Steffan for Top Chef, for sure.
I open the bathroom window each morning so that I can dry my hair without sweating my face off. The cats usually get excited and come running in. I try to give them a few seconds to enjoy the vie...
Having been given $100 for the sole purpose of buying a dress to wear on my birthday, I excitedly took myself to Lord and Taylor, where I thought I’d find a great deal on a little party dress. I w...
Some people have commented on my lack of blogging. I’d like to address this now, and let you know a few of the things that have distracted me from the good ole internet lately. My Really Cute Cat...
Location: Prospect Park, Brooklyn, NYDate: Jan 29, 2009Number of Photos in Album: 11View Album
A few weeks ago (yes, I’ve become that much of a lazy blogger), Adam and I picked up some beets at the Farmers Market. I had never cooked beets before, but there was a very interesting recipe in t...
A few weeks ago (yes, I’ve become that much of a lazy blogger), Adam and I picked up some beets at the Farmers Market. I had never cooked beets before, but there was a very interesting recipe in t...
This beautiful baby is my new niece, Grace Domenica. We happily welcomed her into this world on 12/31. Mom, Dad, Baby, and big brother Seany are all doing well. She really is amazing and I can’...
This beautiful baby is my new niece, Grace Domenica. We happily welcomed her into this world on 12/31. Mom, Dad, Baby, and big brother Seany are all doing well. She really is amazing and I can’...
I was going to blog about my recent engagement (!!!!!) but I don’t really know what to say or how to say it, so I’m going to share some other things with you. But please know, that I’m very happy ...
I was going to blog about my recent engagement (!!!!!) but I don’t really know what to say or how to say it, so I’m going to share some other things with you. But please know, that I’m very happy ...
This week we had a department cookie swap for the holidays. As you can see, the end result was quite nice and festive. But let me tell you this - I did not have a nice or festive time leading up...
This week we had a department cookie swap for the holidays. As you can see, the end result was quite nice and festive. But let me tell you this - I did not have a nice or festive time leading up...
Were you getting sick of my crochet adventures? Did you love them? In any case, they are travelling elsewhere. I’ll be blogging over at www.mondaycrochet.com with my partner in crime, Miss Chris...
Were you getting sick of my crochet adventures? Did you love them? In any case, they are travelling elsewhere. I’ll be blogging over at www.mondaycrochet.com with my partner in crime, Miss Chris...
I finally made a hat I sort of like! I used this Pretty Puffs Slouchy Hat pattern that crochet bff Christeen found. She had already made two really cute hats with it so I had to try. I was runnin...
Well, I made it to the end of NaBloPoMo. Not all of my posts were wonderful, but overall I’m proud to have stuck with it. It wasn’t always easy to get a blog in… Some days I resorted to posting f...
My Dunkin’ Dark sample was waiting for me when I got home to Brooklyn today. Being all stuffy and drowsy, I decided to make it right away. The packet said there was enough to make 4 “cups” of cof...
I decided to stock up on reasonably priced yarn while out here in the ‘burbs. I picked out some pretty colors, including a funny white and gray one…
We had a great spread today but I wasn’t able to enjoy it properly due to my worsening cold. So, no food coma but I’m taking a ton of dayquil/nyquil to make up for it. I brought the cats out to Lo...
Adam and I both got out of work early today for the holiday so decided to grab some lunch. Adam works fairly close to K-town and I wanted some soup, so to 32nd street we went. We lunched at Hanga...
This year I had my boots fixed for $18 rather than buying a new pair. When I went to pick them up after work, I had to wait around while they finished shining them. I wasn’t too keen on the shoe ...
How could I resist? I handed over $2 and ate some little dumplings as I walked down 14th street. It was one of those “What the Hell, why not?” moments. I might have kept it a secret too. But in...
I pretty much finished the crazy granny square blanket about 2 months ago and have been sleeping with it every night especially since we have gotten the bedroom radiator turned off. There are a fe...
Meet Twiggy II, the bonsai tree that lives (or lived) on my desk at work. What do you think? Time to let go of her? Her little grassy friend is definitely a goner, but I feel rather guilty giving...
I know it isn’t technically winter yet, but doesn’t that have a nice ring to it? Thanks to Jenna for mentioning it, when I asked for a writing prompt. I’ve been doing okay with posting everyday b...
I just tried posting this from my phone but it’s not working for some reason. Written while riding the infamous F: Even as I write this, I’m stuck on the F train, AKA my personal hell. I have to ...
I’m not really a dessert person, but tonight I had a craving for some sort of sweets. It may have had something to do with the time I spent browsing this site, but I’m not sure When I voiced my ...
I did enjoy the Wizard of Oz very much the other night. And I took this picture of Dorothy because this is what I look like most of the time, when I have a headache. In fact, I have a headache r...
It looks like work has begun on the old empty Universal Video storefront. We just renewed our lease for the next year so it looks like I may be around to enjoy the new bar/lounge that will be the...
On Saturday I finished reading A Fine Balance by Rohinton Mistry. In the beginning of the book, there is a quote from Honoré de Balzac, Le Père Goriot: “Holding this book in your hand, sinking b...
I’m on the train out to LI right know, attempting to create something that resembles a hat. I haven’t had much luck with hats in the past so I am trying my best to follow a pattern, something I usu...
We’re reading some for book club this month - Alice in Wonderland and The Secret Garden. I’m very excited for both. Although I’ve seen the movies over and over again, I haven’t read The Secret G...
This is my crazy dresser. I painted it out on the screened in porch that I was lucky to have at my last apartment. It definitely is a bit crazy as I mentioned, and has lots of mess ups, but I ha...
My head has been swimming this week, with thoughts of Brooklyn Heights, co-ops, mortgages, rooftops, closets, and much much more. To make a long story short, Adam and I found an apartment that we...
Without further ado, I present you with Sushi, the kitty that lives down the street at the Hallmark store. I went to visit her last night on my way to the mini-mart. Actually, I went to visit Su...
Things are looking good over at 216 Prospect Park West. The I Hate Valentines Day movie set is long gone and the stained glass sign is back up and looking better than ever. And the lovely littl...
This situation may bother some people, but is very convenient indeed, for a girl who is always happy to meet a new cat. After I took this picture last night in Crown Heights, Cadillac woke up an...
Thursday night I went to Cafeteria with my friend Jenn to celebrate her birthday and enjoy a long overdue night out together. We originally read somewhere that Cafeteria was the brunch locale for ...
On Monday my Dad had his knee replaced at the Hospital for Special Surgery in NYC. Since I work in Manhattan, it was easy for me to go see him a few times (the surgery requires a 3-4 day hosp...
When I took these pictures, my Mom protested a little bit. Because this isn’t her refrigerator at it’s best. Back in the glory days of this fridge, there were even more pictures plastered on the...
A few Sundays ago, my friend Kira and I took a very long walk around Park Slope and stopped at Melt for brunch. We hadn’t planned on eating there in particular, but our legs were tired and the men...
This morning Adam and I went to cast our votes at PS 107 on 8th Avenue in Park Slope. There was a long line waiting but it turned out to be specifically for District 17, which we’re not a part of...
vanessamarie: @BeatItUpBeTTa It's so beautiful there... & so expensive... I can't help wanting more than we can afford..
I love coffeeeeeeee. Free coffee? Even better. Why not order a sample of the new Dunkin’ Dark. I also thought it was cute that they provide this little blog button. I don’t think I’ve ever act...
My favorite way to spend Saturday morning is walking up to Grand Army Plaza for the Farmer’s Market (or Greenmarket if you prefer). Yesterday, Adam and I picked out a variety of goodies that we h...
I found a little rascal sleeping in my travel bag! And then I found a little princess sleeping there too! We have an actual pet bed but apparently these cats prefer the Vera Bradley. I think V...
Down to the wire!! Not a great way to start off my NaBoPloMo, but I’m trying =) And I have some pretty veggies to share with you before the clock strikes midnight. Brussel sprouts from the Grand A...
vanessamarie: being very un-halloweeny tonight
I’ve decided to participate in National Blog Posting Month (NaBloPoMo) and write a blog post every day this November. I’m telling you this now so that I am more inclined to keep up with it and not...
vanessamarie: leftover bagels from meeting in the kitchen, -1 point
Last night, Adam and I dined at Han Bat on 35th street. We had not planned on going out for dinner but after stopping for drinks (a rare occurrence), sitting on the F train for 45 minutes and prep...
I’ve been in crochet mode since the trip to Cape Cod, fueled by the cooler weather and also the fact that I have a new partner in crime, Christeen. I taught her the basic crochet stitch while we w...
Most nights we fufill our craving for thai food by heading down the street to Dice. The food is tasty, the people are nice, and the prices are normal. But when we have a bit more time and feel lik...
vanessamarie: Is 10 blocks and 2 avenues too much of a lunchtime hike? I want dumplings from @rickshawtruck !!!!
vanessamarie: nevermind phone just totally froze up =( bad phone
I just had the most wonderful long weekend getaway to Cape Cod. Adam and I went with our friends Noah and Christeen and the four of us had a great time. It rained the entire time we were there wh...
* 10/1 - By “never coming back” I was trying to say that I wanted to stay in Cape Cod forever and ever and never come back to NYC. I apologize for my careless title writing! Also, unfortunately I...
This doesn’t really do it for me: View from the Brooklyn Heights Promenade… I guess you’re supposed to view from a boat to get the true effect of the waterfall… On the official website there are ...
Any one who knows me knows very well that I am not a highly politcal person. And I’m not an expert on the candidates and their platforms. But I do have some opinions. For instance, I believe wom...
Yankees Monkey & Mets Bear live on my desk at work. They are great company and add such color and cuteness to my workspace. I grew up as a Mets fan and have many fond memories of Shea. I remembe...
Some folks write letters to their kids on their blogs, but I ain’t got any of those. So, dear little kitty cat, I am writing to you. I can’t wait until you’re old enough to read this! Right now y...
Adam makes fun of me because I always make a point of showing people my signs, when I am giving them a tour of the apartment. I make them stand in the middle of the kitchen, so they can look up a...
As alluded to in my last post, I have become quite curious about zucchini blossoms. I recently read an article in Bon Apetit about them and dog eared the page, hoping I would try out some of the...
My Mother cultivated quite the crop this year and I am very proud of her! During one of my recent visits home I toured the garden she has grown in our backyard and snapped some pictures. I was al...
vanessamarie: must. run. again. tonight. having pizza guilt.
Meet Jerry the Cat. During the four years I’ve known Jerry, I’ve vied for his attention, practically begging him for cuddles and purrs. Once or twice he jumped up on my lap for a nap, but in all...
I will keep this brief. I did not enjoy the Dylan concert in the park Tuesday evening. The sound was awful, most songs too heavy on the bass, and Dylan’s voice (or what is left of it anyway) hard...
As a reminder, this is the beautiful picture of Little Eggplant that I entered in the AnimalAttraction.com photo contest for July. And this next picture, ladies and gents, is what won the contest...
My trip to Montauk was wonderful. We hit the road early last Friday morning after arming ourselves with some groceries and Dunkin Donuts bagels and coffee. We made great time until the usual Ham...
Can you name that quote? Without Googling Tomorrow I am heading out to Montauk for a mini-vaction (2 nights, 3 days) with two of my girlfriends. Just the thought of being on the beach at this ti...
I had always hoped that when we adopted a second cat that the two cats would cuddle, sleep on each other, and be best friends. While Leggy and Amigo aren’t exactly like that, they can be awful cut...
A few weeks ago my dear friend Jenna and I had dinner at Sidecar recently. I hadn’t heard of the place until Jenna asked me to go and was surprised to find it located on 5th Avenue and 15th Stree...
When I saw this sign I had two immediate thoughts. The first was ‘comic sans? really?’ and the second was ‘tapas! yesss!!!!!!’ However, upon further investigation I learned that “Get on Tapas” i...
I’m looking forward to the day this empty video store turns into a Cake Shop like place. For anyone that hasn’t been to The Cake Shop or heard of it, it’s a bar/cafe/record store/music venue type...
Yesterday I came across this lovely little spot of Brooklyn. I love that about this borough. It is just full of little surprises and oddities everywhere. All you have to do is keep your eyes ope...
vanessamarie: sort of watching dead poets society... think it is about time i back up my macbook.
Vote for this lovely picture of my lovely Leggy at animalattraction.com. I believe you have to login or sign-up if you aren’t a member of this site… but it only takes a few minutes and Leggy & I ...
vanessamarie: al di la was amazinggg. so full i can barely think straight.
These beauties were in town for the heat wave 2 weekends ago… Though I didn’t know the details, I was seriously excited at the mere mention of the “Clydesdales.” We were on our way back fro...
I am always delighted when I actually follow through on a crafty endeavor. Granted, creating 2 simple necklaces with the pendants I bought at the flea market wasn’t a huge undertaking… But I’m qui...
vanessamarie: caffeine withdrawal, i think.
This picture was taken during one of those rare moments during which both cats decided to just chill. If only they would act like this at 4:00 AM. Unfortunately, at that hour they choose to play...
Although I raved about the pendants I bought at the P.S.321 flea market, nothing at the market can truly compare to meeting Dr. Natalie Gray and learning about the work she does in Ghana, West Afri...
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Leggy welcomes Amigo Day 1... From: vanessatripp Views: 8 0 ratings Time: 00:41 More in Pets & Animals
I have not made it to Brooklyn Flea, yet, but have had a few enjoyable visits to the Park Slope P.S. 321 Flea Market (weekends, year round, 7th & 1st). I love this flea market and all of the beau...
Leggy welcomes Amigo from Vanessa on Vimeo. This video is from two Sundays ago, when we first put Leggy and Amigo in the same room. Leggy was totally scared of the little guy! And she wasn’t ha...
Little Eggplant freaking out at some birds or maybe just at life in general. Author: vanessatripp Keywords: cat Added: May 6, 2008
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The Lakehouse @ Conesus Lake, NYDate: Dec 9, 2007Number of Photos in Album: 36View Album
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