Monthly Archives: March 2010

See a Slice of South American Wilderness – in Brooklyn

Posted on March 27, 2010 by

Luciana is from Brazil, but she currently lives in Midwood, Brooklyn – a neighborhood of old Victorian homes and well-manicured lawns and gardens. Last weekend, walking on Avenue I between 4th and 5th streets, she heard a familiar song and … Continue reading →

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Travelin’ Playlist Essentials – Roam

Posted on March 13, 2010 by

The B-52s will forever be tied to “Love Shack.” It’s one of those venerable hits whereupon everyone rolls their eyes, then sings along for at least a bar or two (with the drunker among us shouting “tin roof, rusted” as … Continue reading →

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Hold the Cheez Whiz: A Weekend in Philadelphia

Posted on March 9, 2010 by

They say a trip to Philadelphia isn’t complete without a cheesesteak, but if you’re watching your weight, I recommend you pay a visit to the Mutter Museum, on 19th South 22nd Street. It’s a museum of 19th Century medicine. In … Continue reading →

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Travelin’ Playlist Essentials – Going to California

Posted on March 1, 2010 by

I’m not gonna lie to you: I’ve listened to this song about three or four times in the past 20 minutes, searching for an opening to write something as brilliant as what Led Zeppelin cobbled together nearly 40 years ago. … Continue reading →

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